Why Boston can’t quit the espresso martini

Some theories from bartenders: It’s like an iced Dunkin but with vodka, or the grown-up, classy version of a Boston college student’s favorite vodka Redbull.

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According to Boston, just about any moment is a good time for an espresso martini.

Take a look around the next time you’re at a restaurant or bar, especially one in the North End, and you’ll likely see entire tables with the dark brown elixir that mixes a stimulant (caffeine) with a depressant (alcohol). It’s a brunch cocktail, a pre-dinner drink, a dessert, and a beverage that keeps the night going…

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