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How To Make A Perfect Espresso Martini
5 from 6 votes

How To Make A Perfect Espresso Martini

Coffee and alcohol mingle to make the classic Espresso Martini. Follow these simple steps and learn how to make this cocktail of the utmost sophistication.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 people
Calories: 198 kcal
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur e.g., Kahlúa
  • 1 oz espresso cooled, freshly brewed
  • coffee beans for garnish (optional)
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup (optional - for sweetening and balancing taste)

Instructions

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  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add vodka, coffee liqueur, and cooled espresso to the shaker.
  3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to ensure proper mixing and chilling.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  5. If desired, garnish with three coffee beans placed on top for a stylish touch. Serve immediately and enjoy your Espresso Martini!

Notes

  • To make a non-alcoholic version, replace the vodka and coffee liqueur with non-alcoholic alternatives, like a non-alcoholic vanilla-flavored spirit and coffee syrup. Obviously, the taste will lack that freshness and sophistication of an actual espresso martini but the teetotalers among you will be able to raise a glass without worrying about alcohol.
  • I am an espresso lover so I would strongly advice against it but you can add 1/2 oz of simple syrup (or any other syrup). It will help balance the bitterness of the espresso and the coffee liqueur with its own sweetness.

Nutrition Information

Calories 198kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 0.1g (0%) Fat 0.1g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Sodium 7mg (0%) Potassium 33mg (1%) Sugar 13g (26%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 1mg (0%) Iron 0.04mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 198

% Daily Value*

Calories 198kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 0.1g 0%
Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Sodium 7mg 0%
Potassium 33mg 1%
Sugar 13g 26%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 1mg 0%
Iron 0.04mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.