Espresso Martini
Espresso Martini is a coffee, toasty and sweet cocktail made with Vodka and Liqueur, with moderate flavor complexity.
Ingredients
- 50 ml vodka
- 30 ml coffee liqueur (recommended: Cabra Lab)
- 10 ml simple syrup
- 30 ml strong espresso (freshly pulled)
- Ice
- 3 coffee beans
Method
- Chill a cocktail glass or coupe with ice and set aside.
- In the shaker, combine the vodka, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and espresso.
- Fill with ice and shake hard for 10 to 15 seconds — the aerating shake is what builds the foam.
- Dump the ice from the glass and strain in the drink.
- Finish with three coffee beans on the crown.
FAQ
What is in a Espresso Martini?
A Espresso Martini is made with 50 ml vodka, 30 ml coffee liqueur (recommended: Cabra Lab), 10 ml simple syrup, 30 ml strong espresso (freshly pulled), Ice and 3 coffee beans.
Is a Espresso Martini strong?
A Espresso Martini is spirit-forward: little mixer, and the alcohol shows.
When should you serve a Espresso Martini?
A Espresso Martini fits dessert and a classic.
What is the bartender tip for a Espresso Martini?
The foam doesn't come from dairy: it's coffee oils plus air from the shake. Fresh espresso that's still hot emulsifies best; stale or weak coffee leaves a thin crown. Really shake hard — 10 to 15 seconds on ice. The 10 ml of syrup balances the bitterness; if your liqueur is already sweet (Cabra Lab), don't go beyond that. Cabra Lab or another Brazilian coffee liqueur works in its place. The three beans are the classic IBA look.