Vanilla Bourbon Espresso Martini
A rich and smooth espresso martini with a hint of vanilla and the warmth of bourbon, perfect for an after-dinner pick-me-up. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together bourbon, freshly brewed espresso (cooled), vanilla 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
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (cooled)
- 3/4 oz vanilla syrup
- 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
- 3 for garnish coffee beans
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz bourbon, 1 oz cooled freshly brewed espresso, 3/4 oz vanilla syrup, and 1/2 oz coffee liqueur into the shaker.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is cold and frosty.
- Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to create a smooth surface.
- Step 5: Garnish by floating 3 whole coffee beans evenly spaced on top of the frothy surface.
