Espresso martini
The ultimate coffee cocktail, this recipe blends fresh espresso, vodka and coffee liqueur for a sweet, velvety drink that still packs a punch
- Total:
- Serves: 1 person
Ingredients
- 100g caster sugar
- 50ml vodka
- 2tbsp coffee liqueur
- 2tbsp, hot espresso
- 3coffee beans to garnish
Instructions
Step 1
Put the sugar and 100ml water in a pan and heat gently, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Cool. This will make more than you need but will keep in the fridge for a couple of weeks.Step 2
Put a handful of ice into a cocktail shaker followed by the vodka, coffee liqueur, hot espresso and 25ml of the sugar syrup. Shake vigorously for at least 15-30 seconds. Strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass and garnish with the coffee beans before serving.