Espresso Vanilla Vodka Martini
A smooth and invigorating martini combining rich espresso with the subtle sweetness of vanilla vodka for an elegant after-dinner drink. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together vanilla vodka, freshly brewed espresso, 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 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 vanilla vodka
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
- 0.5 oz coffee liqueur
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- enough for shaking ice cubes
- 3 for garnish coffee beans
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Instructions
- Step 1: Brew 1 oz of fresh espresso and allow it to cool slightly for 1 minute to avoid melting ice too quickly.
- Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz vanilla vodka, 1 oz cooled espresso, 0.5 oz coffee liqueur, and 0.25 oz simple syrup. Add enough ice cubes to fill halfway.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds until the mixture is cold and frothy.
- Step 4: Strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Step 5: Garnish with 3 whole coffee beans floating on top for aroma and presentation.
