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Espresso Martini

Date night fuel

Glass Cocktail
Method Shaken
Garnish three coffee beans

A velvet-smooth collision of espresso and vodka with a frothy crown. That crown is the espresso's own crema, so a fresh, hot shot is non-negotiable — stale or cold coffee falls flat. It wakes you up and takes you out — the ultimate after-dinner pick-me-up.

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 oz Vodka
  • 1 oz Coffee Liqueur
  • 1 oz Espresso
  • 1/3 oz Simple Syrup

Method

Add vodka, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and a fresh, hot shot of espresso to a shaker with ice — the crema from fresh espresso is what builds the froth, so don't use stale or cold coffee. Shake hard until a thick froth forms. Double strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with three coffee beans.