Spiced Coffee-Infused Espresso Martini
A bold and aromatic twist on the Espresso Martini, featuring spiced coffee liqueur and a smooth vanilla finish. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, coffee liqueur, fresh espresso 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 1/2 oz vodka
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1 oz, cooled fresh espresso
- 1/2 oz vanilla syrup
- a pinch for garnish ground nutmeg
- 3 for garnish coffee beans
- 1 cocktail shaker
- 1 martini glass
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 2: Pour in 1 1/2 oz vodka, 1 oz coffee liqueur, 1 oz cooled fresh espresso, and 1/2 oz vanilla syrup.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty and a creamy foam forms.
- Step 4: Double strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass to ensure a smooth texture.
- Step 5: Garnish with 3 coffee beans arranged in a triangle on the foam surface and sprinkle a pinch of ground nutmeg over the top.
