The ingredients include fresh espresso, coffee liqueur, and vodka shaken until frothy
The ingredients
Espresso: strong brewed espresso made with good quality coffee beans with a nice layer of crema on top. Make sure you made the coffee in advance to allow it time to cool down properly.
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Vodka: It does not have to be the most expensive vodka, but using good quality vodka is important. There is also the option of flavoured vodka. I like using vanilla-flavoured vodka to add a sweeter note to the espresso martini.
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Coffee liqueur: I always use Kalhua but that is just because I have it available. Any good quality coffee liqueur will work.
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Simple syrup: made by dissolving one unit of sugar with one unit of water over slow heat. Allow the syrup to cool completely.
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Coffee beans: Traditionally decorated with three coffee beans. Using proper espresso with a nice crema will allow you to float three coffee beans perfectly.
Ingredients
– 60 ml vodka– 30 ml coffee liqueur– 30 ml espresso– 10 ml simple syrup– 3 coffee beans for garnish– ice
How to make a Espresso Martini
– Add the ice and the ingredients to a cocktail shaker and give it a good hard shake. You want to get a nice crema on top of the cocktail.– Strain into a martini or glass making sure you pour quickly to get that nice foam layer on top.– Garnish with coffee beans and enjoy.