Bozeman, meet your new happy hour crushes. We’ve partnered up with local mixologist and all-around creative queen, Emma Doolittle, to shake up not one but TWO custom martinis that pair perfectly with our brand-new Happy Hour Collection. Think of it as fashion + flavor = a whole mood. And the best part? We’ve got free downloadable recipe cards so you can play bartender at home (pretzel garnish optional, though highly recommended).
Let’s get into it.
The Salty Pretzel Martini 🥨🍫
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1.5 oz Smirnoff Caramel Vodka
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¾ oz Frangelico (Hazelnut Liquor)
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½ oz Heavy Cream
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¼ oz Brown Sugar Simple Syrup
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2 Dashes Cocoa Bitters
How to make it: Throw it all in a shaker with ice, shake it up like you mean it (about 15 seconds), and strain into a martini glass rimmed with chocolate, flakey salt, and crushed pretzels.
Tasting Notes: This one is dessert in a glass with just enough edge. It starts sweet with that caramel-and-hazelnut duo, but the cocoa bitters and salty pretzel rim bring balance so it’s not cloying. Think sweet tooth meets late-night snack attack. Creamy, nutty, and decadent with a salty crunch that makes you go back for another sip (and another).
Best Paired With: Our Salty Collection. Because who doesn’t love a little sweet-and-salty drip? [Shop the look here ➝ link to collection]
The Twisted Brew Martini ☕🍊
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1.5 oz Lunazul Reposado Tequila
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½ oz Orgeat (Almond Syrup)
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½ oz Nite Owl Coffee Liquor (Montgomery Distillery)
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½ oz Cointreau (Orange Liquor)
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¾ oz Cold Brew Concentrate
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2 dashes (or ⅛ oz) Vanilla Extract
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½ oz Egg White
How to make it: Shake all ingredients with ice for 15 seconds, then strain into a martini glass. Garnish with an expressed orange peel for that final flourish.
Tasting Notes: Bold. Smooth. Unexpected. The reposado tequila brings a warm, toasty depth that cozies right up to the cold brew’s rich kick. Add in almond syrup for a soft nuttiness, orange for a citrus spark, and vanilla for a subtle sweetness, and you’ve got a cocktail that’s basically espresso martini’s cooler, moodier cousin. The egg white gives it that luxe foam top so it looks as good as it tastes.
Best Paired With: Our Espresso Martini Collection. Sleek, bold, and guaranteed to keep the vibes flowing all night. [Shop the look here ➝ link to collection]
Meet the Magic-Maker: Emma Doolittle 🌟
Born and raised in Clyde Park, MT (aka small-town Montana at its finest), Emma is Bozeman’s very own cocktail conjurer and creative powerhouse. She’s been crafting cocktails for four years, capturing moments as a photographer for two, and blending her love of artistry across both worlds.
Her vibe? Bold. Non-traditional. Authentic. She’s the kind of person who’ll hand you a drink with one hand and a confidence boost with the other. Tattoos, piercings, color-soaked hair, loud humor, Emma celebrates it all, and she brings that same unapologetic energy into every cocktail she creates.
When she’s not behind the bar, you’ll find her behind the camera, shooting portraits, cocktails, branding photos, and headshots that show off the quirks and individuality that make this community shine. Basically, she’s serving up creativity in every form. Sometimes with a salted rim.
You can find Emma's Photography Website here ➝ She Found Wings Photography.
Your Turn to Shake Things Up 🍸
Both martinis are ready for you to sip, savor, and show off alongside your favorite Intrigue Ink fits. Download the recipe cards, stock your bar cart, and let us know which one becomes your go-to. Spoiler: you’ll probably end up loving both.
So, Bozeman, cheers to happy hour, Intrigue Ink style.
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