Cocoa Mint Espresso Martini
A decadent twist on the classic espresso martini, enhanced with rich cocoa and fresh mint for a smooth, invigorating finish. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together vodka, freshly brewed espresso (cooled), coffee 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 220 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
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1/2 oz crème de cacao
- 4 fresh mint leaves
- 3 coffee beans
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Instructions
- Step 1: Gently muddle 4 fresh mint leaves at the bottom of a cocktail shaker to release their aroma.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz cooled freshly brewed espresso, 1 oz coffee liqueur, and 1/2 oz crème de cacao into the shaker.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to keep the mint bits out of the drink.
- Step 5: Garnish by floating 3 coffee beans arranged in a triangle on the surface and gently slap a mint sprig to release oils, resting it on the rim.
