Ingredients
- Vodka ✓ you have it 5 cl
- Coffee liqueur ✓ you have it 3 cl
- Espresso freshly brewed ✓ you have it 3 cl
- Ice cubes ✓ you have it
Garnish & optional
- Simple syrup ✓ you have it 1 cl
Fresh espresso, vodka and coffee liqueur – shaken hard for that signature crema on top.
Method
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1
Brew a fresh espresso.
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2
Shake all ingredients very hard with lots of ice.
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3
Double strain* into a chilled glass.
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4
Garnish the classic way with three coffee beans.
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Illustrative image · AI-generated for Cocktailline. This is roughly how a Espresso Martini is classically served.
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