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Espresso Martini cocktail garnished with three coffee beans
Sophisticated Espresso Martini with creamy foam

Classic Espresso Martini

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
Created in 1980s London by Dick Bradsell for a model who wanted a drink to 'wake me up, and then f*** me up.' It combines the caffeine kick of fresh espresso with the smooth punch of vodka. Despite the name, it contains no vermouth; the 'martini' refers only to the glass.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 5 mins
🍽️ Servings 1 servings
🔥 Calories 210 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Shaker: Essential for creating the foam.
  • Chilled Coupe or Martini Glass: For serving.

Instructions

1 ✓

Brew a fresh, strong espresso.

Tip: Fresh coffee has 'crema' (natural oils), which is essential for creating the signature foam on top.
2 ✓

Fill a shaker with ice, then add vodka, liqueur, and finally the hot coffee.

Tip: Don't fear the hot coffee; the dilution from the melting ice is actually necessary to balance the flavors.
3 ✓

Seal and shake as hard as you can for at least 15 seconds. Listen for the ice smashing against the metal.

Tip: The 'hard shake' aerates the drink, creating a creamy, velvety texture similar to a nitro stout.
4 ✓

Double strain into a chilled glass.

Tip: Using a fine mesh strainer catches small ice shards, keeping the texture smooth.
5 ✓

Garnish with 3 coffee beans on the foam.

Tip: Traditionally, the three beans represent health, wealth, and happiness.

Recipe FAQ

Why is there no foam?
You didn't shake hard enough. The oils in the coffee need vigorous agitation to emulsify with the air.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Fresh Espresso (hot)
  • 1 oz Coffee Liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
  • 1 oz Vodka
  • 1/4 oz Simple Syrup (optional, to taste)
  • 1 cup Ice Cubes
  • 3 whole Coffee Beans (garnish)