Espresso martinis, a longtime cocktail menu staple, are having a moment. Whether you can’t stop singing Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso,” or love pairing the drink with a sweet treat, here are seven places who have tasty takes on the beverage.
Coco B’s Espressotini
The lively Arlington spot has an espresso martini on the menu made with Baileys, Kahlúa, vodka, espresso, and a touch of cinnamon. Pair it with the chef’s signature tres leche bread pudding on the menu for a tasty treat. 2854 Wilson Blvd., Ste. B, Arlington
Wilson Hardware’s Espresso Martini with a Twist
Wilson Hardware, which serves contemporary American fare, offers classic cocktails with a twist, including a version of an espresso martini. The cocktail includes traditional ingredients like Tito’s vodka, Kahlúa, Frangelico, and simple syrup. If you’d like a bit of a variation, the restaurant offers a white chocolate version with Godiva white chocolate liqueur. Yearning for summer’s return? Try the frozen espresso martini with vanilla vodka, coffee, and simple syrup. 2915 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
Ozzie’s Good Eats’ Espresso Martini
Ozzie’s offers a traditional take on the espresso martini with vodka, Kahlúa, Baileys Irish cream, and espresso. Pair it with dessert options like a tiramisu Ho Ho or hot fudge sundae perfect for sharing. A portion of all dessert sales go toward Feeding America. 11880 Grand Commons Ave., Fairfax
Trattoria Villagio’s Tiramisu Martini
This authentic Italian eatery takes its espresso martini to the next level. The tiramisu martini creation is made with rum, Mozart chocolate liqueur, Liquor 43, amaretto, mascarpone cream, and the usual Kahlúa and Lavazza espresso. 7145 Main St., Clifton
Makers Union’s Swing’s Espresso Martini
The laid-back Makers Union has this espresso martini on its brunch menu. The cocktail is made with vodka, Grind espresso liqueur, and Swing’s espresso. 1811 Library St., Reston
The Maple Room’s After Midnight
Some of The Maple Room’s cocktails have whimsical names like 007 Octopussy and the current espresso martini is called After Midnight. The drink has espresso, vodka, Amaro Nonino, and pumpkin. 377 Maple Ave. W., Vienna
Earls’ Don Julio and Nitro Espresso Martinis
Earls has two takes on an espresso martini. There’s a tequila version on the menu with Don Julio reposado tequila, Licor 43, Kahlúa, and cold brew. The nitro espresso martini ismade with ketel One vodka, Kahlúa, and cold brew coffee. 7902 Tysons One Pl., McLean
Feature image of Coco B’s Espressotini by Albert Ting
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