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Espresso Martini Cocktail Recipe - A Smooth, Bold Pick-Me-Up

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
  • 1 ounce (30 ml) freshly brewed espresso (hot or warm is fine)
  • 1/2 to 3/4 ounce (15–22 ml) coffee liqueur (such as Kahlúa)
  • 1/4 ounce (7 ml) simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • Ice (plenty, for shaking)
  • Garnish: 3 coffee beans (optional)

Method
 

  1. Pull your espresso. Brew a fresh shot so it’s aromatic and robust. If it’s scorching hot, let it sit for a minute so it doesn’t melt the ice too quickly.
  2. Chill the glass. Place a coupe or martini glass in the freezer while you prepare the drink.
  3. Build in a shaker. Add vodka, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and espresso to your shaker.
  4. Add ice generously. Fill the shaker at least two-thirds full to chill fast without over-diluting.
  5. Shake hard for 15–20 seconds. You want a vigorous shake to create that creamy foam and drop the temperature quickly.
  6. Double strain. Use a hawthorne strainer plus a fine strainer as you pour into the chilled glass to get a smooth, velvety top.
  7. Garnish and serve. Float three coffee beans on the foam for a classic look. Serve immediately.