A Floral & Spiced Espresso Delight
A Story in Every Sip
This drink made its debut in our café as a luxurious fall menu feature, bringing together the boldness of espresso with the warming spice of cardamom and the delicate floral aroma of rose. It quickly became a customer favorite—rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced with just the right touch of sweetness.
Fall is the season of cozy flavors, but not every autumn drink has to be pumpkin spice. If you’re looking for something elegant and unexpected, this espresso martini is the perfect pick.
Thinking about hosting a special event? This drink is just one example of how we create unique, custom-crafted beverages that impress your guests. If you’re planning an elegant evening or a themed gathering, this could be the perfect signature drink for your event.
Ingredients
🛒 For the Drink:
• Double shot of espresso (freshly pulled)
• 1-2 tbsp cardamom syrup (recipe below)
• ½ tsp rose water or rose syrup
• A few drops of vanilla extract (optional, for depth)
• Ice
🌿 For the Garnish:
• Edible rose petals (for an elegant touch)
• A light sprinkle of cardamom powder
How to Make It
👨🍳 Step 1: Brew the Espresso
• Pull a double shot of espresso, ensuring a rich and full-bodied extraction.
🥄 Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
• In a cocktail shaker, combine the espresso, cardamom syrup, rose water, and vanilla extract.
• Fill the shaker with ice to chill the mixture.
🌀 Step 3: Shake & Strain
• Shake vigorously until well chilled and slightly frothy.
• Strain into a chilled martini glass for an elegant presentation.
🌹 Step 4: Garnish & Serve
• Lightly sprinkle cardamom powder over the top.
• Float a few edible rose petals for a luxurious, aromatic finish.
How to Make Cardamom Syrup (Optional, but recommended!)
🛒 Ingredients:
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 star anise pods
• 4 whole cloves
• 1 cinnamon stick
• ½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
🔥 Instructions:
1. Combine water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until dissolved.
2. Add star anise, cloves, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, and vanilla bean.
3. Simmer gently for 10-15 minutes to infuse flavors.
4. Cool, strain, and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Barista Tips & Customizations
✔️ Want it boozy? Add 1 oz coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa) or ½ oz amaro for a more complex profile.
✔️ Prefer a sweeter version? Increase the rose syrup to 1 tbsp or add a drizzle of honey.
✔️ Looking for an iced version? Skip the shaking and pour the espresso and syrup mix over ice in a rocks glass.
Perfect Pairings
🥐 Best with:
• Dark chocolate desserts (rich brownies or flourless chocolate cake)
• Pistachio biscotti (for a nutty contrast)
• A flaky croissant (to balance the floral notes with buttery layers)
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