Cocktail recipe

Espresso Martini

Cold, sharp and foamy: vodka, coffee liqueur and fresh espresso shaken hard.

Quick facts

GlassCoupe
MethodShake hard
Time5 minutes
GarnishThree coffee beans

Ingredients

  • 40 ml vodka
  • 30 ml fresh espresso
  • 20 ml coffee liqueur
  • 10 ml simple syrup, optional

How to make

  1. Brew espresso and let it stop steaming.
  2. Add all ingredients to a shaker with plenty of ice.
  3. Shake hard for 12 seconds to build foam.
  4. Fine strain into a chilled coupe.

Recipe balance

  • Vodka 40%
  • Espresso 30%
  • Coffee liqueur 20%
  • Syrup 10%

Where it matters

The modern Espresso Martini is associated with the cocktail bars of the United Kingdom.

United Kingdom

Good to know

FoamFresh espresso and a hard shake make the crema-style top.
AdjustSkip syrup if the liqueur is already sweet.
Common missHot espresso melts ice too quickly; let it cool briefly.