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Espresso Martini

A sweet and coffee spirit-forward built around vodka, with the classic proportions and service that make the Espresso Martini endure.

“Sweetheart, serve the Espresso Martini cold enough to silence anyone with an unnecessary opinion.”
Espresso Martini cocktail served in a chilled coupe with three coffee beans

WHY THIS DRINK WORKS

The Espresso Martini works because vodka, coffee liqueur, fresh espresso meet in deliberate proportion. Keep the method shaken, use fresh ice, and give the final garnish enough attention to finish the aroma without distracting from the drink.

Makes1 cocktail
Time5 minutes
GlassChilled coupe
FinishThree coffee beans

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz fresh espresso
  • 1/4 to 1/2 oz simple syrup

Make it

  1. Shake hard with ice until foamy.
  2. Fine strain into a chilled coupe.
  3. Garnish with three coffee beans.

Behind the bar

  • Chill the serving glass while you prepare the drink.

KEEP THE BAR OPEN

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