Tuesday | March 10th | 6:30pm-8:00pm | $35 | Ray's Mequon
Get a jump on National Espresso Martini Day with a high-energy cocktail class at Ray’s Mequon, where coffee and cocktails collide in the best possible way. This special tasting is all about riffs on the Espresso Martini, built around the bold, expressive coffees of our partner Dark Matter Coffee*, which we proudly serve in the Ray’s Mequon Deli.
In this guided class, you’ll explore how different coffee styles and flavor profiles completely change the character of an espresso martini. From rich and chocolatey to bright and aromatic, each cocktail will showcase how Dark Matter’s coffees interact with spirits, liqueurs, and sweeteners to create balance, texture, and depth far beyond the classic recipe.
You’ll taste four modern interpretations of the espresso martini, learning how today’s bartenders are using thoughtful brewing methods, coffee-forward liqueurs, and creative builds to turn this once-simple cocktail into a true craft drink. Along the way, we’ll share tips for recreating these drinks at home, from choosing the right coffee to dialing in sweetness, foam, and finish.
*These cocktails will be served using decaf espresso beans, so you're not up until dawn!
Cocktails to be served:
- Espresso Martini Gone a Rye - Old Forester Rye
- Cold Brew Negroni - Fords Gin
- Espresso Martini Granita - Diplomatico Rum Slush
- Martini de Espresso - Herradura Tequila + mole bitters
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