Gin Espresso Martini
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Gin Espresso Martini
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This Gin Espresso Martini swaps vodka for gin, adding a botanical twist to the classic cocktail. Fresh espresso, coffee liqueur, and a few dashes of chocolate bitters round out the flavors, creating a drink that’s rich, smooth, and unexpected. It’s an espresso martini variation to try for coffee lovers looking for something different.
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Ingredients
- 1 ounce strong espresso slightly cooled to avoid burns
- 1 ounce Tanqueray or other dry gin
- 1 ounce Kahlua or other coffee liqueur
- 2 dashes chocolate bitters suggested, but optional
- 3 coffee beans for garnish
Instructions
- Make the espresso with instant coffee or brew a strong cup per your espresso maker. Let it cool slightly.
- Combine the gin, espresso, coffee liqueur and bitters into a cocktail shaker packed with ice and shake for 10 seconds to chill. Strain out the ice and dry shake hard for about 30 seconds to create your foam.
- Strain into a martini or coupe glass and garnish with three coffee beans
Notes
- Gin choice matters: Use a gin with subtle botanicals that complement the coffee, like a citrus-forward or lightly spiced gin, rather than one with strong piney flavors.
- A freshly pulled shot of espresso is always best in an espresso martini, but you can make it with espresso powder or (horrors) instant coffee.
- The purpose of the reverse dry shake is to get a foam that reminds you of your favorite espresso drink but without diluting it. Shake hard!
- Variation #1: While this recipe is for an espresso martini with gin, you can make a classic espresso martini cocktail with an equal amount of vodka.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
175kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
7mg
(0%)
Potassium
33mg
(1%)
Sugar
14g
(28%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
1mg
(0%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1cocktail
Amount Per Serving
Calories 175 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 175kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 33mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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