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Classic Espresso Martini Cocktail

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An Espresso Martini with dark coffee cocktail, thick tan crema, and three coffee beans in a coupe glass.
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The Espresso Martini is a modern London classic that combines vodka, fresh espresso, coffee liqueur, and sweetness beneath a velvety crema.

Freshly brewed espresso and a hard shake create the signature foam while careful proportions keep the drink rich but balanced.

Shake vigorously with plenty of ice for at least 15 seconds. The aeration is what produces a thick, lasting crema.

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after dinner or as an evening pick-me-up with chocolate, tiramisu, or crisp biscotti.

Close view of an Espresso Martini showing fine-bubbled crema, condensation, and three coffee beans.

Recipe Notes

Let very hot espresso cool for a few minutes so it does not melt too much ice. Adjust simple syrup to match the coffee liqueur’s sweetness.

An Espresso Martini with dark coffee cocktail, thick tan crema, and three coffee beans in a coupe glass.

Classic Espresso Martini Cocktail

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A modern British cocktail of vodka, fresh espresso, coffee liqueur, and simple syrup with a velvety crema.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Espresso cooling time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: British
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

Cocktail
  • 1 1/2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz fresh espresso cooled slightly
  • 3/4 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1 cup ice
  • 3 medium coffee beans for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger
  • Fine strainer
  • Chilled coupe glass
  • Espresso machine or coffee maker

Method
 

Shake and Serve:
  1. Chill a coupe glass while the espresso cools for a few minutes.
  2. Add vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and ice to a shaker.
  3. Shake very hard for 15 to 20 seconds to build foam.
  4. Fine-strain into the chilled glass and garnish with three coffee beans.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 8mgSugar: 20g

Notes

  • Fresh espresso creates the best crema.
  • Shake harder and longer than a typical cocktail.
  • This recipe makes one alcoholic drink; serve responsibly.

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