How To Make The Perfect Espresso Martini: Meet Conker Coffee Liqueur

There’s something special about that first sip of a perfectly shaken Espresso Martini: smooth, bold, a little indulgent, and just the right amount of caffeine kick. But if you’ve ever tried to make one at home, you’ll know the struggle is real. Between pulling a fresh espresso shot, chilling your glass, and getting the froth just right… it’s more barista-meets-bartender meltdown than date-night perfection.

Enter Conker Coffee Liqueur, the Dorset-born cold brew spirit that’s changing the way we make coffee cocktails at home. Forget syrupy, artificial coffee flavours, Conker delivers the real deal: a smooth, bold, not-too-sweet coffee liqueur made for coffee lovers, by coffee lovers. Conker has quickly become a real favourite here at RISE coffee box. 

☕ Who Are Conker Distillery?

Conker Distillery is a small-batch distillery based in Dorset, UK, and was founded by Rupert back in 2014 as the region’s first independent gin distillery. But it didn’t take long before they turned their attention to the perfect pairing of coffee and spirits.

Their Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur quickly became a cult favourite, and for good reason. Rather than relying on flavourings or syrups, Conker uses real speciality-grade coffee beans, cold-brewed to preserve depth and aroma, and blended with their signature British wheat spirit. The result? A silky, aromatic liqueur that tastes like freshly brewed coffee, not dessert.

It’s coffee first, liqueur second, exactly how it should be.

🌍 Why Coffee Lovers Are Obsessed with Conker

Conker Coffee Liqueur isn’t your typical sticky coffee liqueur that’s all sugar and no substance. It’s a total re-think of what coffee liqueur should be. Here’s what makes it special:

• Real coffee, not flavourings. Conker sources speciality-grade Arabica beans from Brazil and Ethiopia roasted and cold-brewed to bring out chocolate, caramel, and subtle citrus notes.

• No artificial nonsense. It’s free from flavourings, thickeners, or additives just coffee, spirit, and a touch of natural sweetness.

• Balanced, not bitter. The cold brew method extracts the smooth, rounded flavours of coffee without the harsh bitterness that can come from hot extraction.

• Sustainably made. Conker is committed to traceability and responsible sourcing, and they’re on a mission to be Net Planet Positive by 2030.

For coffee lovers, that means a liqueur that actually celebrates coffee rather than masking it. 

💡 Why Conker Belongs on Every Bar Cart

If you love Espresso Martinis, Conker Coffee Liqueur is the missing link between your kitchen and your favourite cocktail bar. It’s for people who appreciate coffee as much as they appreciate good design, ethical sourcing, and doing things properly (aka you lovely lot!)

It’s also the perfect bottle to keep on hand for:

• Dinner parties (trust us, the Espresso Martinis always steal the show)

• After-dinner desserts or digestifs

• Thoughtful gifts for coffee and cocktail lovers

Plus, every bottle supports small-batch craft production right here in the UK and a company that genuinely cares about its environmental and social footprint.

🍸 The Easiest Espresso Martini Recipe You’ll Ever Make

Here’s where things get exciting: with Conker, you can make a bar-quality Espresso Martini at home without a coffee machine.

That’s right: Conker Coffee Liqueur IS the coffee in your cocktail. No espresso shot required. Just shake, strain, and sip.

💥 The “No-Espresso” Espresso Martini Recipe

You’ll need:

• 70ml Conker Coffee Liqueur

• 30ml cold water

• Ice

• A coupe or martini glass

Method:

1. Fill your cocktail shaker with a handful of ice.

2. Add 70ml of Conker Coffee Liqueur and 30ml of water.

3. Shake hard for about 10 seconds (until the shaker feels icy cold).

4. Fine strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.

5. Sip, smile, and marvel at your own bartending skills.

That’s it. No espresso machine. No mess. Just smooth, frothy, perfectly balanced coffee bliss.

Beyond the Martini: Other Coffee Cocktails You’ll Love

Conker isn’t just for espresso martinis. It’s the secret ingredient for all kinds of indulgent coffee cocktails and desserts. Here are a few ideas to experiment with:

1. Boozy Affogato
Pour a shot of Conker Coffee Liqueur over a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s simple, outrageous, and dangerously addictive.

2. Conker White Russian
Mix Conker Coffee Liqueur with vodka and a splash of cream for a smooth, dessert-like drink with a caffeine edge.

3. Cold Brew Negroni
Swap the gin for Conker Coffee Liqueur in your Negroni recipe for a rich, bittersweet twist.

4. Espresso Tonic Remix
Top 50ml of Conker Coffee Liqueur with tonic water, ice, and a twist of orange peel. It’s refreshingly weird and it 100% works.

🤝 The RISE x Conker Collaboration

Here at RISE Coffee Box, we know a good brew when we taste one. The first time we tried Conker Coffee Liqueur, we knew we had to share it with our subscribers.

That’s why this month, you’ll find a complimentary 100ml sample of Conker Coffee Liqueur tucked inside your RISE Coffee Box: the perfect festive treat for coffee (and cocktail) lovers alike.

Shake it over ice with a splash of water for a no-fuss Espresso Martini, or pour it over ice cream for a next-level Affogato.

And because the folks at Conker are as generous as they are talented, they’re giving RISE subscribers an exclusive 20% OFF + free delivery on a full-size 70cl bottle of Conker Coffee Liqueur.

🎁 Use code: RISECONEKR
🕒 Valid until: 30th December 2025
👉 Shop Conker Coffee Liqueur here

That’s your Christmas gifting (and cocktail hour) sorted.

👉 Try Conker Coffee Liqueur now and get 20% off + free delivery