Everyone should know how to make an espresso martini. This coffee and vodka based cocktail makes for the perfect end to a meal (or beginning of an evening), whether it's as your dessert or alongside your dessert. Get shaking and enjoy!
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Yields:
1 serving(s)
Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Ingredients
25ml
Kahlúa
25ml
chilled espresso
25ml
vodka
2tsp.
icing sugar
ice
coffee beans, optional
Directions
Step 1Shake Kahlúa, chilled espresso, vodka, icing sugar and some ice in a closed shaker or jar; strain into a martini glass and serve decorated with coffee beans, if you like.
GH TIPS:
Serving this for Easter? You can use a chocolate Easter bunny and serve the drink in that. Top with squirty cream and a straw.
Don't have Kahlua? Any coffee liqueur works in its place.
Making a big batch of this for a crowd? Get your espresso shots pulled in advance and chill in the fridge until needed.
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