Espresso Martini
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Espresso Martini
Description
This cocktail mixes vodka and coffee liqueur (Kahlúa) with freshly prepared, cooled espresso. Shaking it vigorously with ice chills the drink and creates a fine foam on the surface, especially when espresso is made with a proper coffee machine for crema. The coffee foam adds texture and subtle aroma that complements the slightly sweet and bitter liquor mixture. Serving immediately preserves the foam and cold temperature.
The visual garnish of three coffee beans on top is traditional and adds an aromatic cue. The drink fits well in evening or social occasions where a coffee-flavored adult drink is appropriate. Care in preparation—such as cooling the espresso before shaking—helps maintain drink balance without dilution from quickly melting ice.
For those lacking an espresso machine, a small amount of egg white can be added to create foamy texture when shaken, though this alters flavor slightly. The recipe source is Absolut Drinks, highlighting vodka quality as integral to the drink’s profile.
Ingredients
- 40ml / 1 1/3oz vodka
- 20ml (2/3 oz) Kahlúa
- 20ml (2/3 oz) espresso cooled, coffee
- 3 coffee beans , garnish
Instructions
- Place the vodka, kahlua and espresso in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously 10 times, then pour briskly into a cocktail glass. (Scrape out foam inside if necessary)
- Garnish wtih 3 coffee beans and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use espresso from a proper coffee machine to achieve crema and a foamy top on the cocktail.
- Cool the espresso before shaking to prevent diluting the drink with melting ice.
- If no espresso machine is available, add half an egg white to create foam, noting it affects flavor.
- Garnish with three coffee beans to complete the traditional appearance and aroma.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 167 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 167cal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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