Description
The Espresso Martini is a classic cocktail made with coffee, Kahlua, and vodka. Smooth and creamy, it’s the perfect pick-me-up for any occasion! Here’s how to make it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur (Kahlua, Tia Maria, or other)
- 1 ounce room temperature espresso (or strong coffee or cold brew concentrate)
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup*
- 3 coffee beans, to garnish
Instructions
- Make the espresso or strong coffee. Place it in the freezer until room temperature.
- Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker and fill it with ice. Shake vigorously until cold.
- Strain into cocktail glass. Garnish with coffee beans.
Notes
*Simple syrup rounds out the flavors and makes for a balanced, sweet drink. For a less sweet spin, you can use 1/4 oz or make an Espresso Martini without simple syrup entirely.
To convert to tablespoons, 1 ounce = 2 tablespoons.
- Category: Drink
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Cocktails
- Diet: Vegan
