{
  "id": 1543823,
  "title": "I tried Ina Garten's espresso martini and was tipsy after just a few sips",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/i-tried-ina-gartens-espresso-martini-and-was-tipsy-after-just-a-few",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-17T19:23:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/ina-garten-espresso-martini-recipe-review"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ina Garten's espresso martini recipe is a twist on the classic cocktail, featuring orange-flavored vodka, fresh espresso, and Kahlúa. I decided to give it a try, and it turned out to be quite potent. After just a few sips, I was already feeling tipsy. Garten's recipe is simple, requiring only three ingredients and enough for eight cocktails. I brewed the espresso, chilled it, and mixed all the ingredients in a pitcher before shaking them in a shaker. Unfortunately, my first attempt didn't turn out well, with the drink lacking the signature foamy top and tasting overwhelmingly alcoholic. After watching Garten's demonstration on her Food Network show, I realized I had missed a crucial step: mixing the ingredients in a pitcher before shaking them individually in shakers. My second attempt was much better, with a pleasant foam layer and a more balanced alcohol taste. While still strong, I found it to be the perfect drink for a quick wake-up boost.",
  "summary": "Ina Garten puts her own spin on the espresso martini with this recipe, which includes orange-flavored vodka and Kahlúa. It packs a very boozy punch.",
  "key_points": [
    "Ina Garten's espresso martini recipe includes orange vodka, fresh espresso, and Kahlúa",
    "Tipsy feeling after just a few sips of the cocktail",
    "Garten's recipe requires three ingredients and yields eight cocktails"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}