Creamy Vanilla Espresso Martini
A smooth espresso martini with rich vanilla notes and a luscious creamy texture for an indulgent nightcap. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together vodka, freshly brewed espresso (cooled), vanilla 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
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1 oz vanilla liqueur
- 1 oz heavy cream
- as needed ice cubes
- 3 for garnish coffee beans
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (cooled), 1 oz vanilla liqueur, and 1 oz heavy cream.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty and the cream is well emulsified.
- Step 3: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to achieve a smooth finish.
- Step 4: Garnish by floating 3 whole coffee beans in a triangular pattern on the surface for aroma and presentation.
