THIS SEPTEMBER, AN ESPRESSO MARTINI FESTIVAL IS COMING TO CITIES ACROSS THE NATION
Lovers of the Espresso Martini should mark their calendars, as the Mr Black Espresso Martini Festival is coming from September 19th to 29th. Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur is spotlighting one of the UK’s favourite drinks as you’ve never seen them before during its annual Espresso Martini Fest, now bigger and better than ever.
A celebration of the famous Espresso Martini in all its guises, the festival promises takeovers, indulgent pairings and exclusive one-off serves. With over 75 participants expected, many of the UK’s favourite venues will be taking part. Giorgia Di Stefano, from Demon Wise & Partners, London, is offering up “The Cool One”, an indulgent serve with Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, Coole Swan Irish Liqueur, Vodka, Espresso and Sugar Syrup for the perfect first cheers.
Filippos Filippopoulos from Tabula Rasa, Leeds is showcasing an elevated classic using Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, Metaxa, Demerara and Walnut Bitters and Kim Toft from Daddy Marmalades, Glasgow will be treating festivalgoers to “It’s Birchin’”, made with Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, Birch Vodka, Chocolate and Tobacco Bitters. Each venue for the Espresso Martini Fest was hand-picked by the Mr Black team, using their cocktail and coffee know-how to craft a carefully curated map of hot bars, trending restaurants and go-to destinations.
Thinking far beyond shaken or stirred, these masterful martini mixologists will clarify, carbonate, smoke, infuse, freeze, and foam to offer up the most innovative Espresso Martini yet.
The venues will champion Mr Black, the perfect coffee liqueur for an exceptional Espresso Martini. Crafted for discerning coffee and spirits lovers worldwide, Mr Black stands out with its exceptional quality and craftsmanship. It delivers a consistently smooth taste by pairing cold brew specialty-grade Arabica coffee with premium Australian vodka. This meticulous blend brings out a rich, robust coffee flavour without any bitterness or acidity, ensuring a balanced and enjoyable experience in every sip. Handcrafted with attention to detail, Mr Black embodies the essence of premium mixology, making it the ideal choice for those seeking an elevated Espresso Martini experience.
Discover the list of participating venues so far below and through the Mr Black Espresso Martini Festival micro-site, live from 1st September https://www.
Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur is available at Waitrose, Amazon, and other good spirits retailers nationwide. The recommended retail price is £30 for a 700ml bottle and £24 for a 500ml bottle.
Mr Black Espresso Martini Festival Venues:
Shelter Hall, Brighton
Absent Ear, Glasgow
August house, Glasgow
Daddy Marmalades, Glasgow
Devil of Brooklyn, Glasgow
Hutchesons, Glasgow
Kelvingrove Café, Glasgow
Partick Tavern, Glasgow
Philles, Glasgow
Tabac, Glasgow
Tabula Rasa, Leeds
Archive & Myth, London
Balans, London
Bantof, London
Bodeans, London
CTC, London
Demon Wise And Partners, London
Dram, London
Red Hand, London
Surbitionan Vine, London
Horticulture, Newcastle
Horticulture at the Coast, Newcastle
Picture House Social, Newcastle
Public, Sheffield
The Foresters, Sheffield
1932, Southampton
Cabinet rooms, Winchester
Forest Row, Worthing