Espresso Martini - the story behind it
Dec 21, 2017
The Espresso Martini is a sumptuous mix of vodka, coffee liqueur and
espresso. It’s rich, indulgent and creamy, and the shot of espresso will
make sure you keep up with the pack if you find yourself flagging at
your office Christmas party!
It’s one of people’s amazing inventions - one would have never thought that vodka and espresso go together so well!
There
are many stories behind who and when this cocktail was invented.. One
of the most famous one is probably the most genuine one as well. The
credit goes to the British bartending guru Dick Bradsell, who is famous
for revolutionizing the cocktail scene in London in the 1980s, through
his
work at bars such as The Player, 6 Degrees and Match – and the invention
of modern classics like the Bramble.
The story goes back to the
late 1980s, when a young model, who is now world famous according to
Bradsell, sidled up to the bar and asked him for a drink that will “wake
me up and f*** me up”. His answer to that was a combination of vodka,
fresh espresso coffee, coffee liquier and sugar, all shaken into a
frothy mix of bittersweet magic!Originally, the drink was called
The Vodka Espresso then the Pharmaceutical Stimulant. Whilst now it has
the word ‘martini’ into his name, it is not classified as a real
martini, but has the honour to carry that famous name.
So, do you fancy one already? Come and try this bittersweet addiction for yourself!
#hotrockscocktails #espressomartini
Photo Credit: Michael Cavalleri
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