Espresso Martini
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Espresso Martini
Description
This cocktail begins by brewing espresso and allowing it to cool completely to prevent dilution from melting ice. The cooled espresso is combined with vodka, coffee liqueur (usually Kahlúa), and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shaking vigorously emulsifies the ingredients and creates a light, frothy foam notable atop the finished drink.
Straining the mix swiftly into a martini glass preserves the foam on the surface. The garnish of coffee beans adds a subtle aroma and decorative touch. This drink offers a balanced profile of bittersweet coffee and smooth alcohol with a sweet undertone from simple syrup.
For homemade simple syrup, equal parts sugar and water are boiled until dissolved and cooled. Cooling the espresso quickly can be done by placing it in the freezer for a few minutes. Proper shaking technique is essential to achieve the desired foam texture.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1/2 ounce coffee liqueur usually Kahlúa
- 1 ounce espresso freshly brewed (or cold brew concentrate)
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- coffee bean for garnish
Instructions
- Brew the coffee and let it cool completely.
- Add ice to a cocktail shaker then add the cooled coffee, simple syrup, kahlua and vodka.
- Shake very hard so the foam is formed then strain it quickly into a martini glass. Top with coffee beans, serve.
Notes
- Cool espresso fully before using to maintain the cocktail's cold temperature and prevent dilution.
- Shake cocktail vigorously to form a creamy foam topping.
- Pour the cocktail quickly into the glass to retain foam on top.
- Prepare homemade simple syrup by boiling equal parts sugar and water until dissolved, then cool.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1drink
Amount Per Serving
Calories 318 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 318kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 1002mg | 21% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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