There are many different ways to create a delicious espresso martini. But this is our way highlighting the House Cup Cold Brew Concentrate, available for purchase at the House Cup Café in Havertown.

• Coffee - 1-1/2 oz of House Cup Coffee Concentrate
• Vodka - 1 oz Plain or Vanilla
• Coffee Liquor - 1 oz Mr. Black or similar
• Simple Syrup - 1/4 oz, demerara preferred
• Fresh Lemon Peel
• 3 Coffee Beans

Place a martini glass in the freezer. Put all but the lemon peel in a cocktail shaker with ice and mix vigorously for 30-45 seconds. Strain into the cold martini glass. Squeeze a fresh lemon peel over the drink to release the oils and discard. Place three coffee beans on top (only 3 for good luck!). And enjoy!

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SOME OPTIONS
There are lots of ways to make an espresso martini. Here are some additional suggestions for making a variation on the recipe above:

• Some like it with rum or cognac or tequila instead of vodka.
• If you like it sweeter, use Kahlua instead of Mr. Black (but reduce the simple syrup).
• If you like it creamier, use Baileys in place of Mr. Black.

Make it your own. But enjoy it with friends. Cheers!