July 2nd - Espresso Martinis, Cocktails, Live Music and Grazing Boxes
Ningaloo Roast Cocktail Bar
How to Make the Perfect Espresso Martini
If you are obsessed with coffee as much as we are and love a good cocktail, then this recipe is for you. The Espresso Martini was created by British bartender Dick Bradsell in the late 1980s when a model asked for a drink that would “wake her up, and f**k her up.” Long story short, Bradsell did not fail and his drink, formerly known as the vodka espresso, made history.
The cocktail is a myriad of sweet, dark, and intense notes, made with fresh espresso, vodka, and Kahlúa, but the key to it all is the thick crema at the top. Making this cocktail at home is almost as good as drinking it, plus you can’t go wrong using Ningaloo Roast’s coffee. Our high-quality beans are locally roasted on the Ningaloo coast, and they are perfect for this rich, creamy drink that will leave you wanting more. If you want to know more about our products, then keep reading.
INGREDIENTS
• 1 1/3 Parts (40ml) Vodka
• 2/3 Part (20ml) Espresso
• 2/3 Part (20ml) Kahlúa
• Ice Cubes
• 3 Coffee Beans
What Is Kahlúa?
Kahlúa is a coffee-flavoured liqueur from Mexico, made with arabica coffee with sugar, vanilla and rum. It gives the Espresso Martini the right balance of alcohol, coffee and sweetness for that authentic flavour and the perfect post-dinner pick-me-up. Although if you don’t have Kahlúa, you can opt for another coffee-based liqueur.
Why 3 Coffee Beans?
So why garnish an espresso with three coffee beans? Well, the three beans symbolise health, wealth, and happiness according to the serving of Sambuca in Italy, and so the next time you make a toast, celebrate these three with an Espresso Martini. It’s the perfect way to start a night with friends and family.
METHOD
1. Brew the espresso and allow it to cool so that it doesn’t melt the ice and dilute the drink. Using a coffee machine will help with that froth.
2. Pour the espresso, kahlúa, vodka, and ice cubes into a cocktail shaker.
3. Shake the cocktail hard to create that thick foam.
4. Strain the mixture into a martini glass. Pour it swiftly so that the foam ends on top.
5. Garnish with 3 coffee beans.
There you have it, the perfect espresso martini. You can make many variations of this cocktail and tailor it to your taste.
However, if you want to try it out first hand…Come to CYC on 2nd July with James Abberley. You can enjoy the live music while sipping on an espresso martini and graze away on one of GGG’s platters.
Come For the Experience, Stay for the Drinks
LIVE MUSIC by JAMES ABBERLEY, An ESPRESSO MARTINI BAR, & GRAZING BOXES
July 2 - Carnarvon Yacht Club
Tickets at www.www.jamesabberley.com
Green Grape Grazing Co
Grazing Boxes at www.greengrapegrazing.com
Try out different versions of the famous Espresso Martini and savour every minute.
Why Ningaloo Roast?
Our coffee is ethically sourced from all over the world. Unlike mass-produced, processed coffee, our local blends are of high quality, we aim to create sustainable consumer practices and establish long-term relationships between our clients and coffee growers.
We ensure that each batch is carefully roasted right here on the Ningaloo Coast. We roast in small amounts to achieve consistent flavour profiles for each of the different bean varieties. So you can find the perfect, delicious flavours to suit your palate; our signature roast is a favourite for its natural sweetness, smooth, and rounded body.
If you’d like to support our local business, our products will be available for purchase at the event on July 2. You can also find us at The Growers Market every Saturday between 8am and 11am.
Alternatively you can place an online order on our website. Coffee subscriptions are available on a fortnightly or monthly basis and come with free delivery and a 10% discount.
We’d love to have you become part of our little coffee community!