Your short n’ sweet guide to espresso martinis around Nashville

If you’re headed to see Sabrina Carpenter in concert at Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 16, sip on that me espresso first.

A bartender's hand is shown shaving chocolate to garnish the espresso martini with a thick layer of foam.

It’s the biscotti foam for us. | Photo via Harriet’s Rooftop

Sabrina Carpenter will be working late (‘cause she’s a singer), so you might need a little espresso to keep up if you’re attending her Wednesday, Oct. 16 show at Bridgestone Arena.

Please, please, please use this “Short n’ Sweet” roundup of eight espresso martinis around Music City.

No “Nonsense” classics

STK Nashville | The light-blend martini is made with Tito’s vodka, creme de cacao, and Owen’s Nitro Infused Espresso (for extra froth) + it’s on the happy hour menu, available until 6:30 p.m. on weekdays.

Harriet’s Rooftop | “From the Grounds Up” features Absolut Elyx, salted espresso syrup, and JF Haden’s espresso liqueur topped with biscotti foam. It’s no “Coincidence” that the bar is next door to the arena.

Cafe Roze | You know how we feel about a local collab. This traditional espresso martini uses vodka, house coffee amaro, and the star of the show — Osa espresso.

An espresso martini sits on a table next to a candle holder and menu that show's the business' logo.

You can also order The Classic on draft at this new Gulch lounge. | Photo via Golden Sound

A unique “Taste”

Golden Sound | If you’ve never had a martini on draft, now’s your chance. Opt for the Carajillo Granita, which is made with tequila, for an extra twist.

Common Ground | Switch it up like Nintendo by ordering the ultra sweet salted chocolate mandarin, or spice things up with the hot honey blueberry.

Two Hands | For a drink that doubles as dessert, select the banana bread espresso martini crafted with vodka, espresso, oat milk, and crème de banane.

Four small carafes filled with espresso martinis on a wooden flight platter.

This one’s for those of you who like plenty of options. | Photo by Nashville Guru via Bungalow10

Slim All the pickins

Bungalow10 | One of them is cute, but two four though? For $30, you can sip on a flight with original, caramel, mocha, and cake-flavored creations.

Grandpa Bar | The flight of three mini martinis includes orange creamsicle, sugar cookie, and pom razz flavors. Bonus: For another unique tasting, try the THC-infused Canna Kick It (espresso, brown sugar, vanilla cream, and GoodTime).

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