Velvet Cocoa Espresso Martini
A rich and smooth espresso martini with dark chocolate notes and a creamy finish, perfect for after dinner. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together vodka, freshly brewed espresso, dark crème de cacao 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
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
- 1 oz dark crème de cacao
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1/2 oz heavy cream (lightly whipped)
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz freshly brewed espresso, 1 oz dark crème de cacao, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosted cold and the mixture is well blended.
- Step 3: Double strain into a chilled martini glass to ensure a smooth texture.
- Step 4: Gently float 1/2 oz lightly whipped heavy cream on top by pouring over the back of a spoon.
- Step 5: Garnish with three coffee beans arranged in a triangle on the cream surface.
