Rum Espresso Martini Cocktail Recipe
If you love the rich kick of coffee but want a twist on the usual, this Rum Espresso Martini brings a whole new vibe to the party. Swapping vodka for rum adds warm, caramel-like sweetness and tropical depth that pairs beautifully with freshly brewed espresso and coffee liqueur, giving you a drink that’s bold, smooth and full of flavour. The result feels like your favourite espresso cocktail got a little sunnier - rich coffee aromas meet hints of molasses and spice from the rum, all wrapped up in a silky texture. It’s a great pick for after dinner, weekend gatherings or anytime you’re craving a cocktail that tastes like coffee with personality.
What you’ll need
Ingredients
- Captain Morgan® Original Rum0.75oz
- Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur0.75oz
- Sugar syrup2 parts sugar dissolved over heat into 1 part water0.75oz
- Espresso0.75oz
- Coffee beans3
- Ice
Equipment
- Coupe glass
- Strainer
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
Method
Step 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
Step 2
Add the rum, Mr Black, sugar syrup and espresso into the shaker.
Step 3
Shake the mixture vigorously in the cocktail shaker until the surface of the shaker feels chilled. Strain the mixture into a coupe glass.
Step 4
Add 3 coffee beans to the top of the drink to garnish.
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