Espresso Martini

Vodka and coffee liqueur meet a measured shot of cooled espresso in this shaken cocktail. A vigorous shake brings a fine foam to the surface, while a small amount of syrup rounds the coffee.

a deep brown Espresso Martini in a coupe, topped with tan crema and three coffee beans against a black background.

Active preparation: 6 minutes

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Vodka
  • 30 ml Kahlúa coffee liqueur
  • 10 ml Simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water by weight)
  • 30 ml Freshly brewed espresso, cooled
  • 3 piece Coffee beans, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Chill a coupe glass and measure the ingredients.
  2. Add the non-carbonated liquid ingredients to a shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, seal, and shake briskly for about 10–12 seconds.
  4. Strain into the chilled coupe glass.
  5. Finish with three coffee beans and serve promptly.