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Traditional Espresso Martini

An Espresso Martini is a sophisticated cocktail made with vodka, freshly brewed espresso and coffee liqueur. It's shaken with ice and strained into a chilled martini glass, often garnished with a few coffee beans on top. This drink is known for its rich, bold coffee flavor and smooth, velvety texture, making it a perfect after-dinner treat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert, Drinks
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 oz. vodka
  • 1 oz. coffee liqueur such as Kahlúa
  • 1 oz. espresso or cold brew concentrate Don't use regular coffee, it will taste watered down.
  • 1/2 oz. simple syrup optional Optional based on taste preference.
  • 1/2 tbsp espresso or cocoa powder Optional-for garnish
  • 3-6 coffee beans Optional-for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Cocktail Shaker

Method
 

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and simple syrup. Cover and vigorously shake until outside of shaker is very frosty and foam forms, about 15 seconds.
  2. Double strain into a coupe glass. Cover half of top of glass with a paper towel. Dust the exposed half with espresso or cocoa powder. Garnish plain side with coffee beans.

Notes

I prefer my drinks less sweet and the coffee liqueur will already add sweetness so I forgo the simple syrup.

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