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One of the best Espresso Martinis I ever had was in one of my favorite bars in Prague, the Shrinks Office. The bartender asked if he could serve me something different from the classic Espresso Martini recipe - and what I got was outstanding. Our recipe has the mentioned ABV of 16%. If you omit the simple syrup, you get 18.5%, and with syrup but a higher ABV coffee liqueur (30% instead of 20% ABV), the overall alcohol content is at 18%. -All these numbers include the dilution caused by the melting ice during shaking. Tips to Make the Drink Perfect Espresso martini by New York bartender Meaghan Dorman. Photograph: Felicity Cloake for the Guardian

The original recipe of an Espresso Martini has only slightly more caffeine than a regular espresso. As mentioned, the caffeine content in Kahlúa is very, very low - negligible basically. The beauty of the Espresso Martini is that it doesn't require many ingredients. It can take as little as a quality espresso, coffee liqueur, vodka, a little attention to detail, and a dash of simple syrup, if you like:

Simple Syrup:Adding just a bit of simple syrup makes this drink perfect for me. If you use another, less sweet coffee liqueur like Tia Maria, you can increase the amount of syrup.

To enjoy the signature velvety Espresso Martini, simply pour immediately after popping open and wait for 20 seconds for the crema to set.

Orange wine creates a vodka-like base [that] allows us to ship our spritzes and martinis direct-to-consumer,” explains Cooke. “[It’s] made from orange peels that have gone through a process of filtration and proprietary treatment to have a neutral taste profile, just like vodka. With that said, it tastes nothing like wine (or oranges for that matter). In fact, it doesn’t have much taste at all, but it provides a smooth, high-quality alcohol in place of a spirit.” Yet, you absolutely can replace it with other coffee liqueur. You can use other renowned brands like (the less sweet) Tia Maria or any other favorite you might have. There are many possible substitutes for Kahlúa. All have different flavor profiles, and so will your Espresso Martini, depending on your choice. With a caffeine-heavy coffee liqueur like Co'Ps (1.5oz has 80mg of caffeine), it's a different story. The impact is immense, and you will also feel that. If the standard recipe already gets you going, a version with Co'Ps will totally wake you up. How Much Alcohol is in an Espresso Martini?

Kahlúa is the standard option for an Espresso Martini - if it's the best depends on personal taste, though. It is relatively sweet and might make additional sweeteners such as syrup redundant. As the name suggests, an espresso martini is designed to be made with espresso coffee, though I have high hopes for the recipe from a blog called I Need Coffee, which proclaims “instant coffee a great choice if you are in a hurry, or want to save some time”. But even “espresso powder” can’t compare to the real thing – like the cold-brew coffee suggested by New York bartender Meaghan Dorman, it just tastes insipid in comparison. If you don’t have a machine or a coffee bar within non-spill distance then I’d recommend using a stovetop Moka pot, or loading up your cafetiere within an inch of its life instead. To get an idea, 100ml (a little less than 3.5oz) of espresso have 212mg of caffeine, and one of Kahlúa (1.5oz) only has 5mg. That's the same as 1.5oz Coca-Cola. Apart from measurements, you can also experiment with the ingredients. As mentioned, you can try different coffee liqueurs and a variation without syrup. - And then you can substitute the vodka too:Also, since the Espresso Martini comes straight up, you best cool down your glass in the fridge or the freezer for 15 minutes before mixing. Alternatively, you can fill it with ice cubes while prepping your drink and remove them before you pour it. Variations Vodka:This is the third main ingredient for an Espresso Martini. With its neutral taste, the clear spirit mixes well with the coffee without taking away from it. We like to use quality mid-shelf products like Absolut for this recipe. The measurements of the recipe can widely differ. Kahlúa, for instance, suggests an equal-amounts approach for an Espresso Martini. This certainly works, yet, we lean more toward the official IBA recipe: Using nuanced Vodka from one of Australia’s most distinguished craft distilleries and bespoke coffee sourced, roasted and ground by industry renowned experts, we have created something exceptional.