Bafflingly so, the Espresso Martini continues it’s years long trend of popularity. I get it, it’s easy to drink, tastes like a mocha (kinda), and it has booze. But really, I think any cocktail nerd knows the Espresso Martini is a bit basic. First of all your base is Vodka… so like, what’s the point in that?
Hence, the Don’t Talk To Me Until I’ve Had My Strega cocktail. Starting with the basic idea of the Chartreuse Cappuccino, I took it out of the cafe format and into the bar, if you will. There’s of ton of complexity in this drink, you get a lot of coffee upfront, which gives way to a ton of herbal complexity with the three different liquors we have going on. All of that is supported by the bourbon, giving the drink the right heat and backbone. The drink finishes refreshing and minty and lingers on the palate. This is easily one of my favorite coffee cocktails.
Don’t Talk To Me Until I’ve Had My Strega Cocktail Spec
- 1.5oz Cold Brew Concentrate (2x like the Stumptown brand)
- 1oz Liquore Strega
- 1oz Bourbon (high proof 90+)
- 0.5oz Jägermeister
- 0.5oz Benedictine
- 0.25oz Vegan Foamer (like Kevin Kos’ Super Foam)
- Saline
Combine ingredients into Shaker Tin, add ice. Shake until cold. Double Strain into chilled small stemless glass.
Available at Malpractice in Portland, OR as of January 2025