Espresso-Infused Vodka Martini with Coffee Bean Garnish
A bold vodka martini enhanced by rich espresso and garnished with espresso beans for a velvety, slightly bitter finish. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together vodka, 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.
Ingredients
- 2.5 oz vodka
- 0.5 oz coffee liqueur
- 0.75 oz, cooled freshly brewed espresso
- 3 whole beans coffee beans
- 1 cup ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes, then pour in 2.5 oz vodka, 0.5 oz coffee liqueur, and 0.75 oz cooled freshly brewed espresso.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels cold and frosty.
- Step 3: Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
- Step 4: Garnish by floating 3 whole coffee beans on the surface of the drink for aroma and presentation.






