Espresso Bliss Martini

This low sugar version of the famous Espresso Martini is a delightful blend of vodka, coffee liqueur, and espresso, garnished with three coffee beans for a touch of elegance. Legend has it that this cocktail was created in 1983 by the late bartender legend Dick Bradsell in response to a supermodel's request for a drink that would "wake me up and then f**k me up." The Espresso Bliss Martini is a cocktail with a story, a history, and a legacy, perfect for those seeking a sophisticated and energizing libation. Bartender's tip: Prepare the espresso coffee beforehand and let it chill to minimize dilution and enhance the drink's flavor. Shake the cocktail vigorously to create a frothy foam, and strain it briskly into a chilled glass for a perfect presentation.

Espresso Bliss Martini

A delightful low sugar twist on the famous Espresso Martini, the Espresso Bliss Martini is a sophisticated and energizing cocktail made with vodka, coffee liqueur, and espresso, garnished with three coffee beans for a touch of elegance.

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Prep Time 1 mins
Cook Time 1 mins
Total Time 2 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz Vodka
  • 0.75 oz Coffee Liqueur
  • 0.75 oz Espresso Coffee
  • 3 Coffee beans for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the coffee beans for garnish.
  2. Fill both a coupette glass and a shaker with cubed ice.
  3. Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, and espresso coffee into the shaker.
  4. Close the shaker and shake vigorously for 9 seconds.
  5. Empty the ice from the coupette glass back into the ice bucket.
  6. Strain the cocktail mix from the shaker into the chilled glass.
  7. Garnish with 3 coffee beans.