A holiday cocktail that KAWS into the room before you do.
When the holiday chaos hits full stride, sometimes you need something stronger than coffee… and something smoother than a cocktail. Enter the Silkie Cold Brew Martini, Rooster Crow Coffee’s festive, frothy, caffeinated creation that blends the boldness of our Chilled Silkie Cold Brew with premium spirits for a holiday drink that wakes the party up (gracefully).
Whether you’re hosting, toasting, or simply surviving, this is your new seasonal showstopper.
What You’ll Need
- 1 Chilled Silkie Cold Brew Coffee (the star of the show)
- 1 Cream Liqueur: We love Five Farms Small-Batch Irish Cream Liqueur
- 1 Premium Vodka: Tito’s keeps things clean, crisp, and silky
- Maple Syrup: A natural, warm sweetness that rounds everything out
- Measuring Jigger
- Cocktail Shaker
- Chilled Martini Glass
- Coffee Beans (for that finishing flourish)
Get your Chilled Silkie beans here
Want the 32oz Cold Brew bottle instead? Inquire Here while we work to get the bottle available on site.
Ingredients
- 1 oz Chilled Silkie Cold Brew
- 1 oz Coffee Liqueur
- 1 oz Premium Vodka
- 0.5 oz Maple Syrup
- Coffee beans to garnish
How to Make the Perfect Cold Brew Martini
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Chill the glass:
Pop your martini glass in the freezer while you prep. A cold glass = a smoother sip and a longer lasting froth.
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Shake it like a Silkie Shaker:
Add the Silkie Cold Brew, coffee liqueur, vodka, and maple syrup into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
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Shake hard for 12-15 Seconds:
The key here is energy. Shake like you mean it, the aeration creates that velvety, foamy layer martinis are famous for.
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Strain and Pour:
Double strain into your chilled martini glass to keep out any rogue ice shards and ensure a silky-smooth finish.
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Garnish like a Pro:
Drop 2–3 coffee beans on top. Simple, elegant, and unmistakably coffee-forward.
Hot Tips for the Best Cold Brew Martini
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Use Premium Vodka, It Matters
Cheap vodka tastes like regret. Premium vodka allows the coffee flavors to shine without a harsh bite.
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Dont Skip the Maple Syrup:
Using natural sweetener adds depth and warmth that pairs beautifully with the Silkie Cold Brew.
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Shake longer than you think:
That froth is your friend. Proper shaking gives you that lush, creamy top layer that makes the cocktail feel indulgent.
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Start with cold ingredients:
Warm ingredients = watery martini. Cold brew should be cold for the boldest flavor and best texture.
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Quality Coffee is the Foundation:
This drink only works if the coffee works. Silkie Cold Brew brings smoothness, richness, and zero bitterness exactly what a great espresso martini wishes it tasted like.
** Rooster Crow Coffee’s Cold Brew Martini recipe contains alcohol and is intended only for adults 21 years of age or older. Please enjoy responsibly. Do not drink and drive, operate machinery, or consume alcohol if you are pregnant or have health conditions affected by alcohol. Always follow local laws and regulations regarding alcohol consumption.