{"id":147696,"date":"2025-05-12T18:56:09","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T15:56:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/?post_type=product&#038;p=147696"},"modified":"2025-05-12T18:56:09","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T15:56:09","slug":"buy-the-classic-nicholson-negroni-for-an-unforgettable-cocktail-experience","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/product\/buy-the-classic-nicholson-negroni-for-an-unforgettable-cocktail-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"Buy the Classic Nicholson Negroni for an Unforgettable Cocktail Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>The Nicholson Espresso Martini<\/strong> is a sophisticated homage to Dick Bradsell, the king of the London cocktail renaissance. This decadent cocktail delights with a rich, velvety crema that offers abundant indulgence, making it the perfect remedy for an after-dinner lull.<\/p>\n<p>As our debut vodka cocktail, the Nicholson Espresso Martini stays true to one of Dick\u2019s early, stripped-back formulas. Crafted with premium Nicholson English Wheat Vodka and aromatic Arabica coffee, it delivers sumptuous chocolate and vanilla flavour notes that dance on the palate.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Serve Your Nicholson Espresso Martini<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Store the cocktail chilled in the fridge.<\/li>\n<li>Pour 100ml into a shaker filled with ice.<\/li>\n<li>Shake vigorously for 10 seconds.<\/li>\n<li>Double strain into a pre-chilled martini glass to ensure a smooth texture.<\/li>\n<li>Garnish with 3 coffee beans for a classic finish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle a thin line of Green and Black\u2019s dark chocolate cocoa powder over the surface of the finished drink. This subtle garnish enhances the mocha richness beautifully.<\/p>\n<p>If you prefer a warm twist, this cocktail also works wonderfully heated. Simply warm it gently in a pan over low heat for 10 minutes, then serve with a light float of whipped cream for a luxurious experience.<\/p>\n<h3>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n<p><b>Q: Can I make the Nicholson Espresso Martini in advance?<\/b><br \/>\nA: Yes! Prepare it in advance and store it in the fridge. When ready, shake with ice and strain as usual for the best experience.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: What type of coffee works best in this cocktail?<\/b><br \/>\nA: We recommend using high-quality aromatic Arabica coffee to bring out rich chocolate and vanilla flavours.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Can I substitute vodka with another spirit?<\/b><br \/>\nA: For the authentic Nicholson Espresso Martini taste, Nicholson English Wheat Vodka is ideal. However, you can experiment with other smooth vodkas if preferred.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: How should I garnish my cocktail?<\/b><br \/>\nA: The classic garnish is three coffee beans, symbolizing health, wealth, and happiness. For a decadent touch, add a sprinkle of dark chocolate cocoa powder.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Is the warmed version served hot or just mildly warm?<\/b><br \/>\nA: The warmed option should be gently heated until just warm, not boiling, to preserve the silky texture and flavour.<\/p>\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>The Nicholson Espresso Martini offers a timeless blend of elegance and flavour, perfect for elevating any occasion. Whether served chilled with its velvet crema or enjoyed as a comforting warm cocktail, it captures the spirit of the London cocktail renaissance with every sip. Treat yourself to this luxurious cocktail that promises to delight your senses and revive your evening with its rich chocolate, vanilla, and coffee notes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Nicholson Espresso Martini &#8211; a nod to Dick Bradsell, the king of the London cocktail renaissance; a decadent creama with abundant, velvety allure; the remedy for an after-dinner lull<br \/>\nOur debut Vodka cocktail &#8211; the Nicholson Espresso Martini stays one of Dick\u2019s early, stripped-back formulas, using Nicholson English Wheat Vodka, and aromatic arabica coffee for a rich chocolate and vanilla flavour<br \/>\nThe optimal serve: store in the fridge; pour 100ml into a shaker filled with ice; shake for 10 seconds then double strain into a pre-chilled martini glass; garnish with 3 coffee beans<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":147699,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_glsr_average":0,"_glsr_ranking":0,"_glsr_reviews":0},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[20010,24],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-147696","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-grocery","7":"product_cat-wine","8":"pa_brand-godminster","9":"pa_flavour-name-espresso-martini","10":"pa_flavour-name-mojito","11":"pa_size-name-70cl","12":"pa_size-name-75cl","14":"first","15":"instock","16":"shipping-taxable","17":"product-type-external"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/147696","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=147696"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/147699"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=147696"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=147696"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=147696"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=147696"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}