Espresso

Description:

Espresso gives a cocktail deep coffee bitterness, strong aroma, and a lightly creamy texture. For bar work, fresh extraction and balanced bitterness matter more than raw strength. Espresso should be treated as a tuning detail in a cocktail: it can change aroma, body, perceived temperature, or the final accent. The simpler the recipe, the more clearly these nuances show. For an Espresso Martini, cool the coffee quickly or use fresh espresso that is no longer scalding. Coffee that is too hot melts ice faster and over-dilutes the drink.