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Evil Bean is a premium cold brew coffee liqueur made with real coffee, estate-distilled spirits, and pure cane sugar in Minden, Nevada. Bottled at 50 proof (25% ABV), Evil Bean delivers rich coffee flavor with notes of dark chocolate, cherry cordial, and caramel. Enjoy it in an Espresso Martini, over ice, or in your favorite coffee cocktail.

Evil Bean has a bold, rich coffee flavor with notes of dark chocolate, cherry cordial, and caramel. It offers a medium-bodied texture, balanced sweetness, and a smooth finish, making it delicious in cocktails or enjoyed on its own.

Yes! Evil Bean has won many different awards for our coffee liqueur including:

• 2025 Global Drinks Intel – Overall Category Winner
• 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Best Coffee Liqueur
• 2025 Tag Global Spirits Awards – Best in Show
• 2025 Craft Distillers Spirits Competition – Best Liqueur & Best of Class
• 2025 Las Vegas Global Spirits Awards – Best Liqueur
• 2025 ADI International Spirits Competition – Best of Coffee Liqueur
• Amongst many others!

Evil Bean starts with real cold brew coffee, not just coffee flavoring. Crafted with a concentrated blend of Central and South American coffees, estate-distilled spirits, and pure cane sugar, Evil Bean delivers bold coffee character, balanced sweetness, and a smooth finish. It’s made to let the real coffee flavor shine, whether you’re mixing an Espresso Martini or enjoying it on its own.

The name Evil Bean celebrates coffee’s mischievous side and the irresistible indulgence of a rich coffee cocktail. It’s a playful nod to the moments when something delicious is simply too good to resist. Bold, indulgent, and just a little wicked, Evil Bean brings a hint of mischief to every pour.

Evil Bean’s bottle design features ravens, playing cards, and dice, all inspired by the playful mischief of a night well spent. Ravens symbolize intelligence and cleverness, while the cards and dice nod to the unexpected. Together, they reflect Evil Bean’s bold personality and spirit of indulgence.

Yes. Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur is made with real cold brew coffee using a blend of Central and South American coffee beans roasted in the United States. The medium-dark roast brings rich coffee flavor and aromas, with notes of dark chocolate, cherry cordial, and caramel.

Evil Bean combines estate-distilled spirits, real cold brew coffee, and pure cane sugar. Its spirit base is crafted at Minden Mill Distilling in Nevada using estate-grown grains and Sierra Nevada snowmelt.

Evil Bean uses a carefully selected blend of Central and South American coffees, roasted in the United States to a medium-dark profile. The coffee is cold brewed to develop a rich, complex flavor that complements the liqueur’s smooth spirit base.

Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur is made with real cold brew coffee using a blend of Central and South American coffees roasted in the United States. The coffee is combined with estate-distilled spirits and pure cane sugar to create a rich, smooth coffee liqueur with notes of dark chocolate, cherry cordial, and caramel.

Evil Bean is crafted at Minden Mill Distilling in Minden, Nevada, located in the Carson Valley. Its spirit base is made using estate-grown grains and Sierra Nevada snowmelt, then combined with real cold brew coffee and pure cane sugar.

Evil Bean is made by Master Distiller Joe O’Sullivan and his team at Minden Mill Distilling in Nevada’s Carson Valley. The team combines estate-distilled spirits with real cold brew coffee to create a rich, smooth coffee liqueur.

Evil Bean is sweetened with pure cane sugar. The sweetness is carefully balanced to complement the rich flavor of real cold brew coffee without overpowering it.

Yes. Because Evil Bean is made with real cold brew coffee, it naturally contains caffeine. Evil Bean contains approximately 772.5 mg of caffeine per 750 mL bottle, or about 30.5 mg per fluid ounce. A 1 oz serving of Evil Bean therefore contains approximately 30.5 mg of caffeine.

Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur is bottled at 25% alcohol by volume (ABV), equivalent to 50 proof. Its rich coffee flavor and balanced sweetness make it ideal for Espresso Martinis, other coffee cocktails, or enjoying over ice.

Evil Bean is made with real cold brew coffee, which naturally contains flavorful coffee oils. Over time, these oils can settle toward the bottom of the bottle, creating visible separation. This is a normal characteristic of the coffee ingredients, not a product defect. Simply shake the bottle before serving to redistribute the oils and enjoy the full Evil Bean experience.

Yes. The natural coffee oils that settle in Evil Bean are safe to consume and contribute to its rich flavor and aroma. This type of separation is a normal characteristic of real coffee ingredients. Give the bottle a good shake before pouring to redistribute the flavorful oils.

Yes. We recommend giving Evil Bean a good shake before pouring. Because it’s made with real cold brew coffee, natural coffee oils may settle over time. Shaking redistributes those flavorful oils throughout the liqueur for a consistent taste experience. The good stuff deserves to be mixed in.

Make an Evil’tini Espresso Martini by combining:

• 1 oz Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
• 1.5 oz High Ground Vodka
• 1 oz fresh espresso or cold brew concentrate, chilled
• ¼ oz simple syrup

Add all ingredients to an ice-filled cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously until chilled and frothy, then strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with three coffee beans for health, wealth, and mischief.

Yes. While Evil Bean is a natural fit for Espresso Martinis, it’s equally delicious served neat or over ice. Its rich cold brew coffee flavor, balanced sweetness, and smooth finish make it a satisfying after-dinner sip.

The best coffee liqueur for an Espresso Martini depends on your preferred balance of coffee flavor and sweetness. Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur is a great option for those who enjoy rich, coffee-forward cocktails. Made with real cold brew coffee, it delivers notes of dark chocolate, cherry cordial, and caramel that complement vodka and espresso.

Yes. Evil Bean was crafted with the Espresso Martini in mind. Made with real cold brew coffee, it brings rich coffee flavor, balanced sweetness, and a smooth finish to this classic cocktail. Pair Evil Bean with vodka and fresh espresso for a delicious Espresso Martini.

A classic Espresso Martini typically combines vodka, espresso, and coffee liqueur. Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur adds rich coffee flavor and balanced sweetness to this three-ingredient cocktail. Simply shake the ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass.

The secret to a frothy Espresso Martini is a combination of coffee and a vigorous shake. Use freshly brewed espresso, plenty of ice, and shake firmly for 15–20 seconds to create that signature silky foam. Pair your espresso with Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur for rich coffee flavor and a smooth, balanced cocktail.

Yes. While vodka is traditional, you can experiment with tequila, bourbon, or rum for a different take on an Espresso Martini. Evil Bean’s rich cold brew coffee flavor pairs well with a variety of spirits, making it easy to put your own twist on this classic cocktail.

Evil Bean is delicious in more than just Espresso Martinis. Try it in a White Russian, mix it into a coffee-inspired Old Fashioned, or add it to your favorite dessert cocktail. Its rich coffee flavor pairs especially well with vodka, whiskey, cream, and chocolate.

Yes. Coffee liqueur can add richness, sweetness, and depth to hot coffee. Try adding a splash of Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur to freshly brewed coffee for an indulgent after-dinner drink. Finish with whipped cream or a dusting of cocoa if desired.

Yes. Coffee liqueur is a delicious addition to adult desserts, including tiramisu, chocolate cakes, and ice cream. Evil Bean’s rich cold brew coffee flavor and notes of dark chocolate and caramel complement a variety of sweet treats. Try drizzling a small amount over vanilla ice cream for an easy adults-only (21+) dessert.