Espresso “Jar”tini – The Cocktail You Didn’t Know you Needed
The Espresso “Jar”tini was bour from our “Tini Bit Older Party and it’s safe to say – it stole the show and made our lives much easier during the party. The idea? Pre-make your espresso martinis in jars, and when it’s party time; each guest can add their own ice, shake and pour. Or feel free to drink it straight from the jar – No Judgement.
(A pre-mixed espresso martini in a jar? A ‘tini yes please)
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Strong, Smooth and Just Sweet Enough – Like every good espresso martini but this one has a secret ingredient
Portable & No Mess – Ideal for picnics, road trips ( except none for the driver) or Pot luck
Make-ahead friendly – Bath them and chill until needed
Customize Your Jars – These could be cute favours or Insta Moments
Recipe Quick Facts – Is This Recipe for You
Prep Time – 10 minutes
Chill Time: – Optional, 1-2 hours
Servings – 4 Cocktails (in 4 jars)
What You’ll Need
You’re going to need your standard espresso martini ingredients for the espresso “jar”tini; vodka, Kahlua, espresso, simple syrup but you’re also going to need some kosher salt. DO NOT USE TABLE SALT. I MEAN IT… DO NOT. You’ll need 4 small mason jars with lids (6-8 oz size)
Prep Time
10 minutes
Chill Time
1-2 hours
Serves
4
Ingredients
- 6 oz vodka
- 4 oz coffee liqueur – Kahlua
- 4 oz brewed expresso
- 2 oz simple syrup (adjust to your taste)
- a pinch of Kosher salt (trust us)
- Ice (add just before serving)
Steps
1
Make the Base – In a large measuring cup combine all of your ingredients except the ice. Stir or Whisk gently to combine.
2
Measure into the 4 Jars – Using a funnel, pour the mixture evenly into 4 clean jars. ( about 4 oz each)
3
Seal and Refrigerate – These can be made up to 3 days in advance. Just leave in your fridge until you are ready to serve
4
To Serve – Add a handful of ice to each jar. Seal and shake well for 20 seconds. Pop the lid and either 1. Pour into a chilled martini glass and garnish with 3 coffee beans or 2. Sip straight from the jar for a causal party vibe.
Expert Tips and Tricks
How to Make it Truly Awesome – Make sure you use real espresso or a strong cold brew for the best flavour.
Serve it Right Away – Keep your jars in the fridge before hand for extra smooth sipping right out of the jar.
Serving Ideas – Make it frothy; add a tiny bit of egg white to the jar before shaking to get some extra smooth froth.
Customize – Make each jar special with names, tags or stickers. These are great party favours.
FAQ
Can I use Instant Espresso – Yes! Just make sure to make it strong and let it cool before mixing
Dairy Free – There is no dairy in this recipe unless you want to add a splash of cream for a twist.
What if I Don’t Have Any Coffee Liqueur? – You can substitute with a chocolate liqueur or a vanilla flavoured liqueur. Or simply just add more espresso and simple syrup.
Can I Double or Triple this recipe? – Of course you’ll want to do this. Scale up your ingredients and use a bigger mixing vessel. Make more or make them bigger whatever suits you.
Ingredients
- 6 oz vodka
- 4 oz coffee liqueur – Kahlua
- 4 oz brewed expresso
- 2 oz simple syrup adjust to your taste
- a pinch of Kosher salt trust us
- Ice add just before serving
Instructions
- Make the Base – In a large measuring cup combine all of your ingredients except the ice. Stir or Whisk gently to combine.
- Measure into the 4 Jars – Using a funnel, pour the mixture evenly into 4 clean jars. ( about 4 oz each)
- Seal and Refrigerate – These can be made up to 3 days in advance. Just leave in your fridge until you are ready to serve
- To Serve – Add a handful of ice to each jar. Seal and shake well for 20 seconds. Pop the lid and either 1. Pour into a chilled martini glass and garnish with 3 coffee beans or 2. Sip straight from the jar for a causal party vibe.
Join the Conversation
Have you made a different cocktail and decided to “Jar” it up. Or did you do a different “tini”
