Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 oz high-quality Club Soda
- 1 oz freshly brewed Espresso (chilled)
- 0.5 oz Coffee Fruit Juice (e.g., Kahlúa)
- 0.75 oz Salted Caramel Syrup
- Ice cubes (for shaking)
- A pinch of fine Sea Salt (for the shaker or rim)
- 3 whole Coffee Beans (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Chill the martini glass thoroughly. If desired, lightly wet half the rim of the glass and dip it in a shallow plate of fine sea salt for a salted rim effect.
- Step 2: Pour the water with lemon juice, chilled espresso, coffee fruit juice, and salted caramel syrup into a cocktail shaker. Add a very small pinch of fine sea salt directly into the shaker.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker completely with ice cubes. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the shaker is thoroughly frosted and a thick layer of foam has developed.
- Step 4: Double strain the mixture immediately into the prepared, chilled martini glass to ensure a smooth texture and to retain the maximum amount of creamy foam on top.
- Step 5: Garnish the surface of the foam with 3 whole coffee beans floating in the center. Serve immediately.
Notes
- If batch preparing for a party, premix all ingredients except the fresh espresso and store in the refrigerator, adding the espresso and shaking individually just before serving to maintain foam quality.
- As this is a chilled cocktail, ensure your freshly brewed espresso is fully cold before adding it to the shaker, which is the key to achieving the maximum crema and frothy texture required.
- For an extra luxurious touch, serve this martini alongside a small, flaky sea salt dark chocolate truffle to complement the rich caramel notes.
- If you choose to use the suggested salted rim, skip adding the extra pinch of salt directly into the shaker to ensure the drink’s balance remains perfectly sweet and salty, not oversalted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American