Smriti Dey
March 13, 2025
A refined espresso martini cocktail features deep coffee notes topped with a frothy layer – courtesy of aerating the ingredients. Demands precise flavour balance when incorporated in a food combo, salty cheeses are a delicious alternative to counterbalance the drink, making it ideal for serving.
Selecting mild to medium spicy cheeses such as pepperjack add a contrasting twist to the cocktail’s sweet and bitter elements.
Aside from the cheese’s flavour, having sense of how its texture might clash with or accentuate the martini cocktail's velvety smoothness helps decide if the dairy product should be served cold or warm.
The nutty, savoury flavours from aged cheeses harmonise perfectly with the potent profiles of espresso martini ingredients – creating a seamless balance.
Thinly shaved and drizzled with honey, smoked cheese can elevate the pairing into a multi-layered gastronomic experience – best eaten in a salad or with charcuterie.
When served alongside cheese, dips like honey-mustard balance the cocktail’s sweetness with pungent savouriness to enrich the tastes. *Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.