Description
Classic espresso martini with vodka, coffee liqueur, and fresh espresso. Shaken and served in a coupe. From Your Daily Hit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces (60ml) vodka
- 1 ounce (30ml) coffee liqueur (Kahlúa or similar)
- 1 ounce (30ml) fresh espresso, cooled 1 minute
- 1/4 ounce (8ml) simple syrup, optional if the espresso is very bitter
- 3 coffee beans, for garnish
- Ice, for the shaker
Instructions
- Chill a coupe or martini glass.
- Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and optional syrup to a shaker with a full scoop of ice.
- Shake hard for 15 to 20 seconds until the tin is frosty and a thick foam forms.
- Double-strain into the chilled glass. Float three coffee beans on the foam.
Notes
Fresh espresso foams better than cold brew. If you only have instant, dissolve 1 teaspoon in 1 ounce hot water and cool. Shake longer than a gin drink — the foam is the point.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Shake
- Cuisine: Contemporary