Solemn Espresso Martini with Cardamom

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A sober twist on the classic espresso martini, enhanced with cardamom for a warm, aromatic depth that invites serious reflection. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 210 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.
  2. Step 2: Pour in 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (hot or cooled), 1 oz coffee liqueur, and 1/2 oz cardamom syrup.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker exterior frosts, emulsifying the espresso and creating a rich foam.
  4. Step 4: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and coffee grounds.
  5. Step 5: Garnish by floating 3 whole coffee beans evenly spaced on the foam's surface for a clean, elegant presentation.

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