Jul 13 2026
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One Night Stand Espresso Martini Recipe

Inspired by Salted Edge
Time15m
Serves1

Ketel One vodka + espresso + Grind coffee liqueur + simple syrup + cream

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Ingredients

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Liquor

Sweeteners

Dairy

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Brew the Espresso

    Start by brewing a shot of fresh espresso using your preferred method. Allow it to cool slightly before using.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Glass

    Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of Ketel One vodka, 1 oz of Grind coffee liqueur, 1 oz of freshly brewed espresso, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.

  2. 4

    Shake

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.

Serving

  1. 5

    Strain into Glass

    Remove the ice water from your chilled martini glass. Using a fine mesh strainer, pour the shaken mixture into the glass.

  2. 6

    Add Cream

    Gently pour 1 oz of heavy cream over the back of a spoon into the glass to create a layered effect.

  3. 7

    Garnish

    Garnish your espresso martini with 3 coffee beans placed gently on top of the cream.

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