Shaken Citrus-Espresso Martini

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A bold, invigorating espresso martini with a bright citrus twist, perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up or after-dinner delight. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh espresso, triple sec 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 180 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: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz vodka, 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (cooled), 3/4 oz triple sec, 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels frosty cold. Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to remove any ice shards and espresso grounds.
  3. Step 3: Garnish with three espresso beans arranged in a line on the surface and a thin lemon twist expressed over the top, resting on the rim.

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