BITTER COCKTAILS

Bitter vodka cocktails are for those who like their drinks with an edge—where herbal liqueurs, grapefruit peel, and dark coffee notes clash elegantly with vodka’s clean bite. These aren’t shy sips; they’re bold, complex, and unapologetically grown-up, leaving a lingering grip of botanicals and spice that demands another taste.

The Standard

Espresso Martini

  • 2 ounces The Standard 1894 Vodka
  • 1.5 ounces Espresso
  • 0.5 ounces premium Coffee Liqueur
  • Optional - 0.5 ounces Orange Liqueur
  • 3 Coffee Beans

Pour all the ingredients except for the coffee beans into a shaker with ice.
Shake vigorously to chill and mix the ingredients thoroughly. Strain the cocktail into a coupe glass, then garnish with the coffee beans

The Standard

Black Russian

  • 2 oz (60ml) The Standard 1894® vodka
  • 1 oz (30ml) coffee liqueur
  • Ice (for serving)
  • Optional garnish: Coffee beans

Start by filling an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes. Pour 2 ounces of The Standard 1894® vodka over the ice, followed by 1 ounce of coffee liqueur. Gently stir the mixture for about 5 seconds to chill and
blend. For an elegant finish, garnish with 2-3 coffee beans (optional).

The Standard

White Russian

  • 2 oz (60ml) The Standard 1894® vodka
  • 1 oz (30ml) coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz (30ml) heavy cream
  • Ice (optional, for serving)
  • Garnish: Coffee beans or cocoa powder

Start by filling an old-fashioned glass with ice to create a chilled foundation. Pour 2 ounces of The Standard 1894® vodka over the ice, followed by 1 ounce of rich coffee liqueur. For the crowning touch, slowly float cream over the back of a spoon to create a luxurious layered effect. Garnish with a few coffee beans for an aromatic hint or a light dusting of cocoa powder for a decadent finish—this transforms your drink into a smooth, velvety indulgence with The Standard’s crisp character at its core.