Espresso Martini — Where Coffee Meets Cocktail

The espresso martini is a study in balance — the sophistication of a cocktail meets the comfort of coffee.

Born in the 1980s London bar scene and reborn in cafés everywhere, it’s become a modern ritual: bold espresso, crisp vodka, and just enough sweetness to tie it together.

I recently enjoyed one at Main Street Coffee in East Greenwich, RI — local martini legend —and enjoyed a rich, aromatic, and perfectly chilled cocktail. It reminded me why this drink endures: the ideal bridge between dinner and dessert.

Whether you shake yours for a dinner party or sip it slowly on a Sunday afternoon, the espresso martini captures the art of slowing down — one sip at a time.

Espresso Martini Recipe here →

Suggested dessert Chocolate pots de Crème - Recipe here →

 Pair with our Café at Home Kit for the complete experience.

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