Espresso Martini Recipe
A coffee-flavored cocktail made with vodka, espresso, and coffee liqueur.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare Your Ingredients
Gather all your ingredients: vodka, freshly brewed espresso, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, coffee beans for garnish, and ice.
- 2
Brew the Espresso
Brew a shot of fresh espresso and let it cool slightly while you prepare the cocktail.
- 3
Combine Ingredients in Shaker
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of vodka, 1 oz of freshly brewed espresso, 0.5 oz of coffee liqueur, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the shaker with approximately 1 cup of ice to chill the mixture.
- 5
Shake Well
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- 6
Strain into Glass
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass using a fine mesh strainer to remove any ice shards.
- 7
Garnish
Garnish your Espresso Martini with 3 coffee beans floated on top for an elegant touch.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Espresso Martini!