espresso martini
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur (such as Kahlúa)
- 1 ounce freshly brewed espresso (chilled)
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Coffee beans, for garnish
Instructions
- Brew a shot of espresso and let it chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Pour the vodka, coffee liqueur, and chilled espresso into the shaker.
- If you prefer a sweeter martini, add the simple syrup.
- Securely close the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a few coffee beans on top for a decorative touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Espresso Martini!
f you don’t have an espresso machine, you can use strong brewed coffee, but make sure it’s chilled before using it in the recipe. Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup according to your taste preferences. Cheers!
