Citrus Spark Espresso Martini
A vibrant twist on the classic espresso martini with bright citrus notes balancing the rich coffee flavor. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, freshly brewed espresso, orange liqueur for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
- 1/4 oz fresh lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz vodka, 1 oz freshly brewed espresso, 1/2 oz orange liqueur, 1/2 oz simple syrup, and 1/4 oz fresh lemon juice.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels very cold and slightly frosty.
- Step 3: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to ensure a smooth texture without ice shards.
- Step 4: Garnish by expressing a thin strip of orange peel over the surface to release its oils, then rest it elegantly on the rim of the glass.
