Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Use
How do you make an espresso martini with GRADA?
Add 100ml GRADA to a shaker.
Shake hard with ice.
Fine strain into a chilled coupe.
That’s it.
No vodka.
No fresh espresso.
No added sugar.
Do I need to add vodka to GRADA to make an espresso martini?
No.
GRADA already contains alcohol. It is bottled at 16% ABV, intentionally calibrated to produce a bar-quality espresso martini without adding vodka.
When shaken with ice, the drink dilutes to approximately 12% ABV, which is standard bar-spec strength for an espresso martini.
You do not need higher ABV vodka to “correct” it. The balance is already built in.
Do I need to add fresh espresso?
No.
GRADA is perfectly balanced as it is. You do not need to add additional concentrated coffee or other flavours to achieve structure.
Why is 16% ABV the ideal strength?
16% ABV is deliberate.
When shaken, dilution brings the drink to roughly 12% ABV - delivering proper cocktail strength without excessive alcohol burn or unnecessary dilution.
It’s designed to perform in a shaker.
Can I drink GRADA neat?
Yes.
Serve over ice in a short glass with a cube. Think espresso martini flavour, without the shake - convenient, fast, sessionable.
Product Specifications
What is GRADA?
GRADA is a specialty coffee liqueur made in Melbourne, Australia, designed to deliver a balanced espresso martini without needing additional spirits or sugar.
Is GRADA cold brew?
No.
GRADA is hot extracted using a full immersion method. This allows us to achieve greater depth, clarity and balance while using less sugar than traditional coffee liqueurs.
Is GRADA caffeinated?
Yes.
GRADA contains natural caffeine from specialty grade coffee, at a level similar to a standard long black.
How sweet is GRADA?
GRADA is intentionally balanced, not syrupy.
Our hot extraction and full immersion process allows us to use less sugar than many legacy coffee liqueurs. If you prefer it sweeter, you can add sugar - but you do not need to for balance.
Is GRADA gluten-free?
Yes.
Is GRADA vegan?
Yes.
What is the shelf life?
Unopened bottles are shelf stable for over 12 months.
Once opened, best consumed within 12 months for optimal flavour. Refrigeration is recommended after opening but not required.
Quality
What makes GRADA different to other coffee liqueurs?
Most coffee liqueurs are built as an ingredient - high concentration and high sugar, designed to be diluted and corrected with other spirits.
GRADA is built coffee first.
We balance ABV and sugar intentionally so it can perform on its own. It is designed to be sessionable, structured and complete without requiring additional spirits.
Why doesn’t GRADA taste as sweet as other coffee liqueurs?
Because it is not designed to be syrup.
It is designed to behave like coffee - balanced, structured and clean.
Why is GRADA priced at a premium?
We use specialty grade coffee sourced from ethical farms in Brazil.
We manufacture locally in smaller volumes.
The focus is on flavour integrity and quality outcome, not mass production economics.
Where do you source your coffee from?
From the hills of Minas Gerais, Brazil, specifically Fazenda Pinhal.
Shipping
Do you ship Australia wide?
Yes. We ship Australia wide.
How long will my order take?
Metro deliveries typically arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Regional areas may take longer.
Can I track my order?
Yes. Tracking details are provided once your order is dispatched.
Do you offer wholesale supply?
Yes. We supply bars, restaurants and retailers. Submit a wholesale enquiry via our website.
How to Use
How do you make an espresso martini with GRADA?
Add 100ml GRADA to a shaker.
Shake hard with ice.
Fine strain into a chilled coupe.
That’s it.
No vodka.
No fresh espresso.
No added sugar.
Do I need to add vodka to GRADA to make an espresso martini?
No.
GRADA already contains alcohol. It is bottled at 16% ABV, intentionally calibrated to produce a bar-quality espresso martini without adding vodka.
When shaken with ice, the drink dilutes to approximately 12% ABV, which is standard bar-spec strength for an espresso martini.
You do not need higher ABV vodka to “correct” it. The balance is already built in.
Do I need to add fresh espresso?
No.
GRADA is perfectly balanced as it is. You do not need to add additional concentrated coffee or other flavours to achieve structure.
Why is 16% ABV the ideal strength?
16% ABV is deliberate.
When shaken, dilution brings the drink to roughly 12% ABV - delivering proper cocktail strength without excessive alcohol burn or unnecessary dilution.
It’s designed to perform in a shaker.
Can I drink GRADA neat?
Yes.
Serve over ice in a short glass with a cube. Think espresso martini flavour, without the shake - convenient, fast, sessionable.
Product Specifications
What is GRADA?
GRADA is a specialty coffee liqueur made in Melbourne, Australia, designed to deliver a balanced espresso martini without needing additional spirits or sugar.
Is GRADA cold brew?
No.
GRADA is hot extracted using a full immersion method. This allows us to achieve greater depth, clarity and balance while using less sugar than traditional coffee liqueurs.
Is GRADA caffeinated?
Yes.
GRADA contains natural caffeine from specialty grade coffee, at a level similar to a standard long black.
How sweet is GRADA?
GRADA is intentionally balanced, not syrupy.
Our hot extraction and full immersion process allows us to use less sugar than many legacy coffee liqueurs. If you prefer it sweeter, you can add sugar - but you do not need to for balance.
Is GRADA gluten-free?
Yes.
Is GRADA vegan?
Yes.
What is the shelf life?
Unopened bottles are shelf stable for over 12 months.
Once opened, best consumed within 12 months for optimal flavour. Refrigeration is recommended after opening but not required.
Quality
What makes GRADA different to other coffee liqueurs?
Most coffee liqueurs are built as an ingredient - high concentration and high sugar, designed to be diluted and corrected with other spirits.
GRADA is built coffee first.
We balance ABV and sugar intentionally so it can perform on its own. It is designed to be sessionable, structured and complete without requiring additional spirits.
Why doesn’t GRADA taste as sweet as other coffee liqueurs?
Because it is not designed to be syrup.
It is designed to behave like coffee - balanced, structured and clean.
Why is GRADA priced at a premium?
We use specialty grade coffee sourced from ethical farms in Brazil.
We manufacture locally in smaller volumes.
The focus is on flavour integrity and quality outcome, not mass production economics.
Where do you source your coffee from?
From the hills of Minas Gerais, Brazil, specifically Fazenda Pinhal.
Shipping
Do you ship Australia wide?
Yes. We ship Australia wide.
How long will my order take?
Metro deliveries typically arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Regional areas may take longer.
Can I track my order?
Yes. Tracking details are provided once your order is dispatched.
Do you offer wholesale supply?
Yes. We supply bars, restaurants and retailers. Submit a wholesale enquiry via our website.
How to Use
How do you make an espresso martini with GRADA?
Add 100ml GRADA to a shaker.
Shake hard with ice.
Fine strain into a chilled coupe.
That’s it.
No vodka.
No fresh espresso.
No added sugar.
Do I need to add vodka to GRADA to make an espresso martini?
No.
GRADA already contains alcohol. It is bottled at 16% ABV, intentionally calibrated to produce a bar-quality espresso martini without adding vodka.
When shaken with ice, the drink dilutes to approximately 12% ABV, which is standard bar-spec strength for an espresso martini.
You do not need higher ABV vodka to “correct” it. The balance is already built in.
Do I need to add fresh espresso?
No.
GRADA is perfectly balanced as it is. You do not need to add additional concentrated coffee or other flavours to achieve structure.
Why is 16% ABV the ideal strength?
16% ABV is deliberate.
When shaken, dilution brings the drink to roughly 12% ABV - delivering proper cocktail strength without excessive alcohol burn or unnecessary dilution.
It’s designed to perform in a shaker.
Can I drink GRADA neat?
Yes.
Serve over ice in a short glass with a cube. Think espresso martini flavour, without the shake - convenient, fast, sessionable.
Product Specifications
What is GRADA?
GRADA is a specialty coffee liqueur made in Melbourne, Australia, designed to deliver a balanced espresso martini without needing additional spirits or sugar.
Is GRADA cold brew?
No.
GRADA is hot extracted using a full immersion method. This allows us to achieve greater depth, clarity and balance while using less sugar than traditional coffee liqueurs.
Is GRADA caffeinated?
Yes.
GRADA contains natural caffeine from specialty grade coffee, at a level similar to a standard long black.
How sweet is GRADA?
GRADA is intentionally balanced, not syrupy.
Our hot extraction and full immersion process allows us to use less sugar than many legacy coffee liqueurs. If you prefer it sweeter, you can add sugar - but you do not need to for balance.
Is GRADA gluten-free?
Yes.
Is GRADA vegan?
Yes.
What is the shelf life?
Unopened bottles are shelf stable for over 12 months.
Once opened, best consumed within 12 months for optimal flavour. Refrigeration is recommended after opening but not required.
Quality
What makes GRADA different to other coffee liqueurs?
Most coffee liqueurs are built as an ingredient - high concentration and high sugar, designed to be diluted and corrected with other spirits.
GRADA is built coffee first.
We balance ABV and sugar intentionally so it can perform on its own. It is designed to be sessionable, structured and complete without requiring additional spirits.
Why doesn’t GRADA taste as sweet as other coffee liqueurs?
Because it is not designed to be syrup.
It is designed to behave like coffee - balanced, structured and clean.
Why is GRADA priced at a premium?
We use specialty grade coffee sourced from ethical farms in Brazil.
We manufacture locally in smaller volumes.
The focus is on flavour integrity and quality outcome, not mass production economics.
Where do you source your coffee from?
From the hills of Minas Gerais, Brazil, specifically Fazenda Pinhal.
Shipping
Do you ship Australia wide?
Yes. We ship Australia wide.
How long will my order take?
Metro deliveries typically arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Regional areas may take longer.
Can I track my order?
Yes. Tracking details are provided once your order is dispatched.
Do you offer wholesale supply?
Yes. We supply bars, restaurants and retailers. Submit a wholesale enquiry via our website.
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