espresso martini
The English phrase espresso martini is translated into Italian as espresso martini.
Did you know?
- While an espresso martini is a global hit, Italians traditionally 'correct' their coffee with alcohol using a caffè correttò, which is an espresso with a shot of grappa or brandy.
- Ordering an espresso martini in a traditional Italian bar may cause confusion because the drink is a modern international invention rather than a native part of Italian culture.
- The word espresso is the past participle of the Italian verb esprimere, which means to squeeze or press out.
Examples in context
- Vorrei un Espresso Martini, per favoreI would like an Espresso Martini, please
- Vorrei un espresso martini, per favore.I would like an espresso martini, please.
- Prendo un espresso martini al bancone.I'll have an espresso martini at the bar.
- È un ottimo espresso martini.It is a great espresso martini.
Example conversation
Martina and Lorenzo are at a cocktail bar in the evening.
- MartinaLorenzo, cosa ti prendi da bere?Lorenzo, what are you having to drink?
- LorenzoIo prendo un espresso martini.I'll have an espresso martini.
- MartinaAllora prendo anch'io un espresso martini.Then I will have an espresso martini too.
- LorenzoOttima scelta, Martina.Excellent choice, Martina.
