GIN ESPRESSO MARTINI RECIPE

There’s a reason the Espresso Martini has remained a cocktail favourite for decades... it’s the perfect marriage of strong bold coffee, smooth spirit, and a lot of sweetness. Traditionally made with vodka, it delivers a clean, crisp caffeine kick. But what if we told you that gin can take it to a whole new level?

We’ve partnered with the Craft Gin Club to shake things up, literally, and introduce you to a Gin Espresso Martini that’s anything but ordinary.

☕ What Is an Espresso Martini?

Invented in the 1980s by legendary bartender Dick Bradsell at the Soho Brasserie. The Espresso Martini was born when a supermodel (believed to be Kate Moss) asked for something that would "wake me up, and then mess me up." The result? A sophisticated, caffeinated cocktail made with vodka, fresh espresso, and coffee liqueur.

Today, the Espresso Martini is served in stylish bars, at brunches, and after dinner — it’s the go-to for coffee lovers and cocktail fans alike. But as craft spirits evolve, so do our twists on the classics.

🍸 Why Gin in an Espresso Martini?

Gin brings a completely new character to the Espresso Martini. Where vodka sits quietly in the background, gin steps forward with bright botanicals... think juniper, citrus, or even floral or herbal notes, depending on the gin you choose.

This botanical complexity plays beautifully with the deep, roasted flavours of espresso and the rich, velvety notes of coffee liqueur. The result? A drink that’s still recognisably an Espresso Martini, but more fragrant, layered, and intriguingly different.

🤝 RISE Coffee x Craft Gin Club

At RISE Coffee Box, we believe great coffee deserves bold pairings. That’s why we’ve partnered with the Craft Gin Club the UK’s No.1 gin subscription to bring together independent, small-batch gins with the kind of speciality coffee our subscribers know and love.

This collab celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and seriously good flavour. Whether you’re sipping your gin neat or shaking it into something special, coffee and gin are your new favourite duo.

🍹 Gin Espresso Martini Recipe

Ingredients:

• 50ml Gin

• 15ml Coffee Liqueur

• 25ml Fresh Espresso

• Coffee beans or cocoa powder (to garnish)

Method:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

2. Add all ingredients and shake hard for 10–15 seconds until the shaker is ice-cold.

3. Strain into a martini glass.

4. Garnish with three coffee beans or a light dusting of cocoa powder.

Pro tip: Use a barista-style espresso made from fresh RISE coffee for the best crema on top!

Ready to Try It?

This Gin Espresso Martini is a game-changer for us. It is a cocktail that celebrates the depth of coffee and the complexity of gin in one elegant glass. Perfect for dinner parties, summer evenings, or as a pick-me-up with a twist.

Want to explore more? Keep an eye on our boxes and newsletters for more collaborations like this where coffee meets craftsmanship, and flavour always comes first.

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