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Two creamy espresso martinis in coupe glasses on a wooden board, with scattered coffee beans, a jigger, and a wooden scoop with more beans.
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Classic Espresso Martini

Chic evenings at home call for a Classic Espresso Martini. This caffeinated cocktail is deliciously foamy, smooth, and guaranteed to wake you up.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Cocktails, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cocktail, cocktails, drink, holiday cocktails
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 480kcal
Author: Lena Gladstone

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 2 ounce espresso freshly brewed
  • 1 ½ ounces half and half
  • 1 ounce Irish cream liqueur Five Farms, Kahlua, Tia Maria, or similar)
  • 3 coffee beans to garnish

Instructions

  • Brew the espresso and let it cool. You can add it to a bowl and put it in the freezer to cool quicker.
  • Add ice to a cocktail shaker then add the cooled coffee, Irish cream liqueur, half and half and vodka.
  • Shake very hard so the foam is formed then strain it into a martini glass. You can chill your glasses ahead of time. Top with coffee beans, serve and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Cool the espresso completely. Let the coffee cool before adding it to your shaker so it doesn’t melt the ice and dilute the drink. You can speed this up by placing the espresso in the freezer for a few minutes.
  • Use fresh espresso. Freshly brewed espresso creates the boldest flavor and gives you the best chance of a creamy foam on top.
  • Shake it hard. A vigorous shake is what creates the signature foam. Don’t hold back - shake until the shaker feels ice cold.
  • Chill your glass. Pop your martini glass in the freezer for 10–15 minutes before pouring for the perfect crisp sip.
  • Pour swiftly. Strain the cocktail quickly to keep that creamy foam layer intact. A slow pour can make the foam fall flat.
 
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Nutrition

Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 2064mg | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 151IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 3mg