"An espresso martini drinker is always a stone's throw away from a great version of the drink here in Greater Boston. Whether it's a coffee cocktail for brunch or for a night out, an espresso martini will be on the menu, and if it isn't, the bartender has probably made several that day by request. This 80s-born, 90s-cool cocktail had a resurgence in popularity, starting in the 2010s and taking off even more post-2020."
"The word refreshing has never been used to describe an espresso martini - until now. That's because at Baleia, the bartenders at this Portuguese restaurant pair mint and coconut rum with espresso and a chocolate coffee liqueur. You'll find what's called a "Mazagran Martini," named after an iced coffee drink out of Algiers, on Baleia's dessert menu. And if a decaf espresso martini is what you seek, you'll feel no judgement on that front from this bar team."
Espresso martinis pair vodka, coffee liqueur, and espresso and have seen renewed popularity since the 2010s, accelerating after 2020. Greater Boston offers abundant options, with nearly every bar serving its own take or making them by request. Variations range from small tweaks to major makeovers, including swaps of base spirits and additions of mint or citrus. Notable interpretations include Baleia's Mazagran Martini with mint and coconut rum and chocolate coffee liqueur, a Briki-style preparation served in a long-handled pot, and decaf-friendly versions. The drink functions as both a brunch and nighttime cocktail staple in the region.
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