Creamy Espresso Martini
A smooth and indulgent cocktail combining bold espresso, silky cream, and vodka, perfect for a quick and elegant pick-me-up.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces (60 ml) freshly brewed espresso
- 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
- 1 ounce (30 ml) Kahlúa or coffee liqueur
- 1 ounce (30 ml) heavy cream
- 0.5 ounce (15 ml) simple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Cocoa powder or coffee beans for garnish
Instructions
- Brew 2 ounces (60 ml) of fresh espresso using a dark roast. Let it cool slightly but keep it warm.
- Chill your martini glass in the freezer.
- Add vodka, coffee liqueur, fresh espresso, heavy cream, and simple syrup (if using) into a cocktail shaker filled halfway with ice cubes.
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is frothy and well chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into the chilled martini glass, leaving the ice behind.
- Garnish with a light dusting of cocoa powder or a few coffee beans and serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh espresso for best flavor; shaking vigorously creates the frothy texture. Chill the glass beforehand to keep the cocktail cold longer. For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream. Adjust sweetness with simple syrup to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 5.
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 1
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