Jul 14 2026
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Espresso Martini Recipe

Inspired by Granddam
Time30m
Serves1

espresso concentrate

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Ingredients

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Espresso Concentrate

Method

Espresso Concentrate Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Espresso Concentrate

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add 1 cup of coarsely ground espresso coffee beans. Stir gently and let steep for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Strain the Espresso Concentrate

    After steeping, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or a coffee filter to separate the liquid from the coffee grounds. Allow the concentrate to cool down and store it in the fridge until ready to use.

Espresso Martini Preparation

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of freshly brewed espresso (made from your espresso concentrate), 2 oz of vodka, 1 oz of coffee liqueur, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.

  2. 4

    Add Ice

    Fill the cocktail shaker with ice, enough to chill the ingredients.

  3. 5

    Shake Well

    Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 6

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass. The frothy layer on top should form a nice crema.

  5. 7

    Garnish

    Garnish with 3 coffee beans placed on top of the foam for decoration.

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