Crew Emblem Espresso Martini

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Bold espresso meets smooth vodka and coffee liqueur in this rich, energizing cocktail that captures the essence of creative collaboration. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together vodka, Kahlúa coffee liqueur, freshly brewed espresso 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Drinks cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
  2. Step 2: Pour in 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz Kahlúa, 1 oz hot freshly brewed espresso, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty and a creamy foam forms.
  4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards.
  5. Step 5: Garnish by floating 3 whole coffee beans in a triangular pattern on the surface.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately for a velvety smooth espresso hit.

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