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Espresso Martini

A smooth, velvety espresso martini made with fresh espresso, vodka and coffee liqueur. Ready in 5 minutes and perfect for cozy fall and winter evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 40 ml vodka (1⅓ oz)
  • 30 ml fresh espresso (slightly cooled) (1 oz)
  • 20 ml coffee liqueur (⅔ oz)
  • 10 ml simnple syrup (⅓ oz or 2 tsp)
  • 3 coffe beans ( for garnish) ( for garnish)
  • Ice, for shaking

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • fine mesh strainer
  • coupe glass
  • espresso machine or moka pot

Method
 

  1. Pull the espresso and let it cool for a minute.
  2. Add the vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker, then fill with ice.
  3. Shake hard for 12 to 15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is frosted.
  4. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Garnish with three coffee beans and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Chill your coupe in the freezer beforehand for the best result.
  • Use freshly pulled espresso for the thickest foam.
  • Adjust the simple syrup to taste, using more for sweeter and less for more bittersweet.
  • No espresso machine? Use strong moka pot coffee or cold brew concentrate.