Midnight Espresso Playbook
17% ABVSignatureAll YearEveningShakenEspressoBitterRichAromatic
0 likes
The Midnight Espresso Playbook is a sophisticated cocktail that marries the robust flavor of espresso with the complexity of Campari and Angostura bitters. Dusted with cocoa powder, it presents a rich and aromatic profile ideal for an elegant evening.
INGREDIENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
- 1.Chill a margarita glass by placing it in the freezer for 5 minutes or by filling it with ice and cold water, then set aside.
- 2.Prepare an espresso shot using high-quality coffee beans, and allow it to cool slightly, approximately 30 ml.
- 3.Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- 4.Pour 100 ml of Oroma Espresso Base into the shaker.
- 5.Add the espresso shot.
- 6.Add 10 ml of Campari to enhance the bitterness.
- 7.Add a dash of Angostura bitters for a rich aromatic depth.
- 8.Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well-chilled and frothy.
- 9.Remove the chilled glass from the freezer or discard the ice and water, then strain the mixture into the margarita glass.
- 10.Gently dust a small amount of cocoa powder on the top to intensify the espresso flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Best served in a chilled margarita glass, this cocktail is ideal for a post-dinner treat or a midnight rendezvous. Savor it slowly to appreciate its aromatic complexity and the balance between bitterness and espresso warmth.