Serving instructions

• Cooling: put the tube in the fridge for at least two hours or serve straight from the freezer.
• Glassware: Use a chilled martini glass for an elegant presentation.
• Pouring up: Shake the cocktail with ice for perfect results.
• Garnish: add three coffee beans as decoration, a symbol of health, happiness and wealth.
• Pro-tip: Use a stencil and cocoa or cinnamon powder to make a pattern on the foam layer.

Foodpairing tips

• Savoury snacks: crostini with pâté or truffle oil, smoked almonds or olives.
• Desserts: chocolate mousse, brownie, tiramisu or coffee ice cream.
• Vegan options: nut mixes with a hint of cinnamon, mini-cannelés or caramel-salt fudge.
• Festive combinations: Combine with a cheeseboard or luxury chocolates for a sophisticated experience.

Ingredients: 

Espresso
Real, powerful espresso forms the base, providing a robust, intense coffee flavour.

Dark rum
It gives the cocktail depth, warmth, and a full character that partners perfectly with coffee.

Coffee liqueur
Provides a subtle sweetness and enhances the rich coffee notes.

Vanilla
It connects all the flavours into a smooth, rounded finish.

All ingredients have been carefully chosen and perfectly balanced, so you'll taste the same exceptional Espresso Martini every time.

The Espresso Martini originated in the 1980s in London. The cocktail was created by Dick Bradsell, after a guest asked for a drink that would keep her awake and provide enjoyment at the same time. He combined espresso with alcohol and a hint of sweetness, laying the groundwork for a cocktail that would later become a global icon.

Initially, the drink was known as the Vodka Espresso. In the 1990s, the name changed to Espresso Martini, inspired by the popularity of the martini glass in which it was served. Since then, the cocktail has grown to become a staple on cocktail menus worldwide, loved for its powerful coffee flavour and sophisticated appearance.

At Cocktail Lab, we put our own stamp on this classic. Instead of vodka, we use dark rum for added depth and warmth, complemented by real espresso, coffee liqueur, and a subtle hint of vanilla. This combination creates a fuller flavour, a smoother mouthfeel, and a longer finish. The result is an Espresso Martini that stays true to the original, yet is distinctly recognisable as a Cocktail Lab creation.