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Espresso Nitro à l'ancienne
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A bold, aromatic twist on the classic Old Fashioned. This version blends rich espresso with bourbon, bitters, and a hint of Luxardo, then infuses it with nitrogen for a smooth, cascading head. The nitro finish lifts citrus and spice aromatics, while the espresso adds depth and balance to the spirit-forward base. Perfect for cooler nights or holiday gatherings.
Home Cook
<30 Mins
Serves 4
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Ingredients
4 oz
Freshly pulled espresso
6 oz
Bourbon or Rye
2 oz
Rich simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water)
12–16 dashes
Angostura bitters
12–16 dashes
Orange bitters
2 tsp
Luxardo maraschino liqueur
120 ml
Freshly pulled espresso
180 ml
Bourbon or Rye
60 ml
Rich simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water)
12–16 dashes
Angostura bitters
12–16 dashes
Orange bitters
10 ml
Luxardo maraschino liqueur
Instructions
1
In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, combine the espresso, bourbon, simple syrup, bitters, and Luxardo. Add ice and stir until well-chilled (about 30 seconds).
2
Strain the chilled mixture through a fine mesh strainer into your Nitro Coffee Dispenser. Seal the siphon and charge with 1 N₂ cartridge.
3
Shake vigorously for 2–3 minutes to fully incorporate the nitrogen and develop the creamy, cascading texture.
4
Dispense into 4 chilled rocks glasses (neat or over ice, as preferred). Express an orange peel over each drink and garnish.
