Luxardo Espresso Liqueur
Luxardo Espresso Liqueur is Italy's answer to the coffee-liqueur question — 27% ABV (54 proof), 750mL — made from a 30-day heated infusion of a selected blend of Brazilian, Colombian, and Kenyan Arabica coffees. The infusion is heated to extract the essential oils, mirroring real espresso extraction, and the dark brown color comes entirely from the coffee — no artificial coloring. GMO-free, certified Kosher, and vegan-friendly, it's available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 27% (54 proof)
- Size: 750mL (70cl in Europe)
- Coffee: Brazilian, Colombian, Kenyan Arabica; 30-day heated infusion
- Origin: Torreglia, Veneto, Italy — Luxardo, founded 1821
- Extras: no artificial coloring, GMO-free, certified Kosher, vegan-friendly
- Importer: Hotaling & Co.
From the Original Maraschino House
Luxardo is Italy's premier liqueur producer and the original cherry (maraschino) producer — founded in 1821 by Girolamo Luxardo in Zara (now Zadar, Croatia), relocated to Torreglia after WWII, and still family-owned. From the world-renowned Maraschino liqueur and Maraschino Cherries, the range now spans Limoncello, Bitter Bianco, Del Santo, and Espresso — reportedly the fastest-growing product in Luxardo's US portfolio. Espresso is the natural move: a coffee-obsessed country making a coffee liqueur the way it makes espresso. Browse more liqueurs and coffee liqueurs, or shop the Luxardo collection at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
Official notes (Hotaling & Co./Luxardo): aroma of dark chocolate and bitter coffee; palate velvety with bold espresso flavor and a touch of sweet vanilla. Retailer renditions echo fresh-brewed espresso, cocoa, caramel, a silky texture, and a long coffee finish.
How to Enjoy
Straight up chilled or on the rocks — and it's an Espresso Martini staple: pair with vodka and a fresh pull of espresso for the canonical three-bean garnish. Also excellent over vanilla ice cream.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luxardo Espresso Liqueur?
A 27% ABV Italian coffee liqueur made by Luxardo via a 30-day heated infusion of Brazilian, Colombian, and Kenyan Arabica coffee.
Does it contain artificial coloring?
No — the dark color comes entirely from the coffee infusion; it's also GMO-free, Kosher-certified, and vegan-friendly.
How do you make an Espresso Martini with it?
Shake Luxardo Espresso with vodka (and fresh espresso if you want the classic foam), strain into a coupe.
Who makes Luxardo?
The Luxardo family, founded 1821 in Zara, now distilling in Torreglia, Italy — best known as the original maraschino producer.
Espresso Martini night starts here — order Luxardo Espresso Liqueur online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.