Philadelphia will be full of buzz with the return of the Espresso Martini Crawl in Northern Liberties.
Taking place on Saturday, March 15 (from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.), 13 spots are currently on the docket to offer their own take on the popular drink. According to a release, this year’s lineup features a variety of espresso martinis, including cheese-topped delights, modern reinventions, and even espresso martini flights. Beyond the cocktails, attendees can also enjoy exclusive specials at local coffee shops, bakeries, and retail stores along the route.
“Northern Liberties is home to some of the city’s most creative bartenders, and we love seeing how they put their spin on this iconic cocktail,” said Cassidy Martin, Executive Director of the Northern Liberties Business Improvement District in a statement. “The Espresso Martini Crawl is a great way to explore the neighborhood while enjoying delicious drinks, coffee, and treats along the way. Whether you prefer your martini classic, frozen, or topped with mascarpone cream, there’s something for everyone.”
Añejo Philadelphia (1001 N. 2nd St.) and SET NoLibs (1030 N 2nd St.) will both be offering a Tequila tippled sipper for the occasion for $12. Figo Ristorante (1033 N 2nd St.), Cantina Dos Segundos (931 N 2nd St.) and Urban Village Brewing (1001 N 2nd St.) on the other hand will be offering “classic” options of the drink for $12 as well.
Spots like Bar 1010 (701 N 2nd St.) and Bourbon and Branch (705 N 2nd St.) will be offering a few different unique pours: The former’s menu will include a Classic Espresso Martini ($10), Parmigiana Espresso Martini ($12) and Salted Caramel Espresso Martini ($12); while the latter will have The Bourbon Classic Espresso Martini ($8), Shankey’s Whip Chai ($10) and Tiramisu Espresso Martini ($12) on its menu.
El Camino Real (1040 N 2nd St.) and Jerry’s Bar (129 W. Laurel St.) will also be following suit. El Camino is serving up a Classic Espresso Martini ($8), Mexican Hot Chocolate Espresso Martini ($10) and Frozen Espresso Martini ($12); while Jerry’s run of the crawl will include a Cinnamon Toast Crunch ($12), Jerry’s Classic Espresso Martini ($12) and a non-alcoholic Salted Caramel Espressotini ($10) option.
Other picks span The Choco Taco Espresso Martini ($10) at North Bowl (909 N 2nd St.), Express Ya’ Self ($12) at Silk City (435 Spring Garden St.), a duo option of a Tap’s Classic Espresso Martini ($12) or Thin Mint Espresso Martini ($12) from Standard Tap (901 N. 2nd St.), and another pairing, the Mantienilo Semplice ($10) and Italian Espresso Martini ($12), from The 700 (700 N 2nd St.)
And for those seeking more non-alcoholic options, One Shot Cafe (217 W George St.) will offer a Nutella Espresso Mocktini ($6.25), made with cold brew, chocolate, hazelnut, vanilla, and Fee Foam, topped with three coffee beans. Plus, Madison K Bakery (800 N. 2nd St.) will feature special espresso-themed treats.
To find out more on the Northern Liberties Espresso Martini Crawl, visit explorenorthernliberties.org
