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Calvados Espresso
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Calvados Espresso

A coffee and sweet brandy cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 16.8%

Ingredients

~170 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • CalvadosCalvados40 ml
  • Crème de Café liqueurCrème de Café liqueur15 ml
  • Espresso coffee (freshly brewed & hot)Espresso coffee (freshly brewed & hot)30 ml
  • Sugar syrupSugar syrup10 ml
  • Saline solutionSaline solution1 dash

Garnish

  • Coffee beansCoffee beans

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Shake all ingredients with ice: Calvados 40 ml · Crème de Café liqueur 15 ml · Espresso coffee 30 ml · Sugar syrup 10 ml · Saline solution 1 dash
  3. Fine strain into the chilled glass
  4. Garnish with float three coffee beans

History

Calvados Espresso is an innovative twist on the classic espresso martini, featuring the distinctive apple notes of Calvados alongside vermouth and coffee flavors. This well-balancedcocktail combines warmth and richness with a hint of apricot sweetness, making it bothinvigorating and elegant. Ideal for after-dinner enjoyment or special occasions.

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Coffee
  • Europe
  • After work
  • Halloween
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Coffee
  • Europe
  • After work
  • Halloween
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet

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