Flying Frenchman (Absinthe Espresso Martini)
Ingredients
- 1 oz La Fée Parisienne absinthe
- 1 oz Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur
- 1 oz Exprè Caffè Italiano
Method
Glassware:
Serve in a Coupe glass
Prepare:
- Select and pre-chill a COUPE GLASS.
- Prepare garnish of star anise.
Method:
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
Garnish:
- Prepare garnish of star anise floated on surface.
Nutrition:
One serving of Flying Frenchman (Absinthe Espresso Martini) contains 226 calories
History:
Adapted from a drink created in 2014 for La Fée Parisienne by Andy Mil at the London Cocktail Club. Andy's recipe originally called for Patron XO Café and an additional 15ml of sugar syrup.
Espresso Martini history
Review:
Best described as an energy drink on steroids - equal parts absinthe, coffee liqueur and espresso. However, unlike most caffeine-laden energy drinks the Flying Frenchman is very tasty.
