Smoky Espresso Chili Martini
A bold espresso martini infused with smoky mezcal and a subtle chili kick for an adventurous after-dinner drink. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together mezcal, 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 190 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
- 1.5 oz mezcal
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1/2 oz chili-infused simple syrup
- 3 coffee beans
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 1.5 oz mezcal, 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (cooled), 1 oz coffee liqueur, and 1/2 oz chili-infused simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty and the mixture is well chilled.
- Step 3: Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and crema lumps.
- Step 4: Garnish with 3 coffee beans arranged in a triangle pattern floating on the surface.






