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Shaken · 1 serving

Calvados Espresso

An apple-brandy Espresso Martini variation balanced with coffee liqueur, fresh espresso, rich syrup, and saline.

Short answer

Calvados Espresso is a shaken cocktail made with calvados, coffee liqueur, espresso, rich simple syrup, and saline solution. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 6 minutes.
Time6 min
MethodShaken
GlassCoupe
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Calvados Espresso ingredients

These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

How ml, US oz and parts work
Calvados Espresso ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Calvados40 ml4 cl1.4 oz4 parts
Coffee Liqueur15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz1.5 parts
Espresso30 ml3 cl1 oz3 parts
Rich Simple Syrup10 ml1 cl0.3 oz1 part
Saline Solution2 dash———

Garnish: Exactly three small coffee beans grouped tightly at the center

Method

How to make Calvados Espresso

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Pre-chill a clear coupe, brew a fresh 30 ml espresso, and reserve exactly three small coffee beans for garnish.

  2. 02

    Measure the Calvados, coffee liqueur, hot fresh espresso, rich simple syrup, and two drops of saline into a shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid cold ice and seal it securely.

  4. 04

    Shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until very cold and a fine compact crema has formed.

  5. 05

    Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so the surface settles into an even restrained tan crema.

  6. 06

    Place exactly three coffee beans in a tight central group on the crema and serve immediately.

Tasting profile

What does Calvados Espresso taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sweetness (4/5) and bitterness (3/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness4 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness3 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness2 / 5

Quick answers

Calvados Espresso questions

What is in a Calvados Espresso?

Kokto’s build uses calvados, coffee liqueur, espresso, rich simple syrup, and saline solution.

How long does a Calvados Espresso take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 6 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Calvados Espresso prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Calvados Espresso alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

  • Cocktail App English editorial catalog B135https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/18558/calvados-espresso · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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