Maple Bourbon Espresso Martini
A smooth espresso martini sweetened with maple syrup and enriched with deep bourbon notes for a cozy, invigorating evening sip. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, freshly brewed espresso, maple syrup 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 bourbon whiskey
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
- 3/4 oz maple syrup
- 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
- enough for shaker ice cubes
- 3 whole beans coffee beans
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (hot but cooled slightly), 3/4 oz maple syrup, and 1/2 oz coffee liqueur.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker becomes frosty and you see a creamy foam forming inside.
- Step 3: Double strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to ensure a smooth texture.
- Step 4: Garnish by carefully placing 3 whole coffee beans on top of the foam, spaced evenly for a classic presentation.
