Italian Espresso Martini Recipe
Averna amaro, coffee liqueur, espresso
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Brew Espresso
Start by brewing a shot of fresh espresso using your preferred method. Allow it to cool slightly while you prepare the rest of the drink.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 1 oz of Averna Amaro, 1 oz of coffee liqueur, and 1 oz of the freshly brewed espresso.
- 3
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- 4
Strain
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass to ensure a smooth texture without any ice.
- 5
Garnish
Garnish your espresso martini with three coffee beans placed on top of the drink for an elegant presentation.
