Cocktails

Espresso Martini

Name: Espresso Martini Cocktail Recipe
Total time: 5 min
Yield: Makes 1 drink
Ingredients: 50 ml Vodka; 30 ml Coffee Liqueur (Kahlua); 50 ml Freshly Brewed Espresso; 1 tsp Sugar Syrup (optional); Ice; 3 Coffee Beans, for garnish

Total time: 5 min
Reading time: 2 min read
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: Makes 1 drink
Glassware: Martini Glass
Serving temperature: Chilled
Garnish: Coffee Beans
Tools: Cocktail shaker

An Espresso Martini is a classic cocktail perfect for coffee lovers—the blend of coffee and vodka makes for a great drink. Ideal for parties or after a delicious meal.

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What you need

Ingredients

50 ml Vodka
30 ml Coffee Liqueur (Kahlua)
50 ml Freshly Brewed Espresso
1 tsp Sugar Syrup (optional)
Ice
3 Coffee Beans, for garnish

Step by step

Method

1

Firstly, prepare a fresh espresso and let it cool slightly.
2

Fill a shaker with ice and add vodka, coffee liqueur, the cooled espresso and sugar syrup if desired.
3

Shake well until the outside of the cocktail shaker feels cold.
4

Strain into a chilled martini glass, ensuring to catch any small ice shards.
5

Garnish the martini with coffee beans and serve immediately.

Serving

How to serve

Espresso Martini is best served chilled. Pop the glass in the fridge for a few minutes before serving. This cocktail makes a great after-dinner drink. But remember, drink responsibly!

Useful notes

Tips

Play around with the recipe to suit your preferences. If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, add more sugar syrup. If you want it strong, add more vodka. Remember that the key to a great Espresso Martini is using good-quality, fresh espresso—not instant coffee.

Dietary: Contains alcohol

Background

History

The Espresso Martini has a rich history. It was created by British bartending guru Dick Bradsell in the 1980s while working at the Soho Brasserie in London. It was an instant hit and is still served widely today as a classic cocktail.

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