espresso martini recipe

A smooth, bold espresso martini recipe with vodka, coffee liqueur, and fresh espresso — the perfect mix of caffeine and cocktail energy. Shaken hard to create that signature foamy top, it’s a classy, easy-to-make drink that looks pro without the bar training.

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Prep Time 5

Chill Time 2

Total Time 7

Servings: 1

Course: Cocktail, Drinks, Dessert Drink

Cuisine: Modern, American, Italian-inspired

Calories: 190

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

2 oz Vodka -Use plain or flavored vanilla works great
1 oz Coffee liqueur -Kahlúa or Mr. Black
1 oz Fresh espresso -Let cool for 1–2 minutes
0.5 oz Simple syrup -Adjust sweetness to taste
1 handful Ice -Fresh solid cubes only
3 beans Coffee beans -For garnish on top
- - Cocoa powder Optional -light dusting on foam

Equipment

1 Cocktail shaker with strainer (Essential for creating foam)
1 Espresso machine or Nespresso (For fresh espresso shots)
1 Jigger or shot glass (For measuring ingredients)
1 Martini or coupe glass (Chill before serving)
1 Ice scoop (Use plenty of fresh ice )

Method

Pull a fresh espresso shot and let it cool for one to two minutes before mixing.
Add ice, vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and simple syrup to your cocktail shaker.
Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until the shaker feels icy cold.
Pour slowly through a strainer into a chilled martini glass to form a thick foam layer.

Nutrition

Serving: 160gCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 0.5gFat: 0.3gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 9gCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes

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