Espresso Martini

Name: Espresso Martini
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: Ice cubes; 2 ounces vodka; 1 ounce brewed cooled espresso or cold brew coffee; 1/2 ounce Kahlua (coffee liqueur); 1/2 ounce simple syrup, optional; 3 coffee beans

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Yield 1 serving

Test Kitchen Approved

Here's how to make a simple and sophisticated espresso martini at home—a drink that will delight cocktail aficionados and coffee lovers alike.

Ingredients

Ice cubes
2 ounces vodka
1 ounce brewed cooled espresso or cold brew coffee
1/2 ounce Kahlua (coffee liqueur)
1/2 ounce simple syrup, optional
3 coffee beans

Directions

Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Add vodka, espresso, Kahula and, if desired, simple syrup. Cover and shake until condensation forms on outside of shaker, 10-15 seconds. Strain into glass; top with coffee beans. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 martini: 190 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

For a change of pace from mimosas, serve this wake-up cocktail for your next brunch. Coffee lovers will thank you. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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