Añejo Espresso Agave-tini

Añejo Espresso Agave-tini

If you love coffee and tequila together, this is the cocktail to shake. SWOL Añejo meets espresso, a touch of Kahlua, and agave, then gets shaken cold and poured into a coupe. It lands between a carajillo and an espresso martini: bolder than the first, sweeter and smoother than the second. It is a three-minute after-dinner drink with a creamy top and real coffee depth. Here is the exact build and the swaps.

INGREDIENTS
  • 1 1/2 oz SWOL Añejo Tequila (the hero; aged agave spirit that stands up to coffee)
  • 1 oz cold brew coffee or fresh espresso
  • 1/2 oz coffee liqueur, like Kahlua
  • 1/4 oz agave syrup (rounder and silkier than simple syrup)
  • Garnish: 3 coffee beans
HOW TO PREPARE
  1. Add SWOL Añejo, coffee, coffee liqueur, and agave to a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake hard until cold and frothy.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
  4. Garnish with three coffee beans and serve.
Style of Glass to use
  • Coupe Glass
Garnishes
  • 3 Coffee Beans

Carajillo vs espresso martini vs this

A carajillo is Licor 43 and coffee, spirit-forward and simple. An espresso martini is vodka-based and crisp. This coffee tequila cocktail uses aged tequila, Kahlua, and agave for something in between: coffee-forward, gently sweet, and silky. Pick it when you want coffee and tequila without committing to either classic.

Espresso vs cold brew, and choosing a coffee liqueur

Espresso brings crema and punch; cold brew is smoother and less acidic. Kahlua keeps it classic and sweet, while Mr Black dries it out and lets the añejo show. Adjust the agave to match how sweet your liqueur runs.

Batch it for the table

Combine the tequila, coffee, liqueur, and agave in a bottle at four times the recipe, chill, and shake each serve over ice so every glass gets fresh foam. Ideal for dinner parties and holiday nights.

Make it a mocktail

Drop the tequila and liqueur, use extra cold brew with vanilla and the agave, and shake. You keep the creamy coffee character with no alcohol.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good coffee and tequila cocktail?

This añejo, espresso, Kahlua, and agave martini is a smooth, after-dinner option.

Does tequila go with coffee?

Yes; aged tequila's oak and vanilla pair naturally with roasted coffee.

How is this different from a carajillo?

A carajillo uses Licor 43; this uses coffee liqueur and agave and is shaken like a martini.

Espresso or cold brew?

Either works; cold brew is smoother, espresso is bolder.

Can I use simple syrup instead of agave?

Yes, though agave drinks silkier.

What glass should I use?

A coupe or martini glass.

Can I batch it?

Yes; pre-mix and shake each serving to order.

Añejo Espresso Agave-tini TIPS

Froth It Up

For a silky, professional finish, chill your coupe glass ahead of time and dry shake the ingredients (shake once without ice, then again with ice). This creates a rich, foamy crema on top — just like a pro-level espresso martini. Bonus: If you're using fresh espresso, let it cool slightly to avoid melting the ice too quickly and diluting the flavor.

MADE WITH

SWOL Anejo Tequila Limited Release (750Ml)

750 ML

$89.99

$109.99

Sale

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