I created this cocktail because I wanted to pair gin with one of the new espresso vodkas (Van Gogh and Three Olives - I created this with Van Gogh's Double Espresso). These vodkas tend to be thicker, so I found that the vermouth, along with gin, cuts some of that and a dash of orange bitters sets it off nicely, adding a little fruit to the taste. If you want to garnish the Ginspresso Martini, a few coffee beans in the glass before straining or floating a burnt orange peel is perfect.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz espresso vodka
- 1 oz gin
- 1/2 oz dry vermouth
- dash of orange bitters
- coffee beans or burnt orange peel for garnish
Preparation:
- Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake well.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
