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Espresso Martini Cocktail: A Step-by-Step Explainer For The Perfect Drink

Smriti Dey

March 13, 2025

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Aside from the classic, the espresso variation of the martini cocktail is a contemporary drink that experiments with creative ingredients and innovative technique, featuring caffeinated flavours. The cocktail not only requires precise shaking methods but also calls for accurate measurements to perfect the cocktail.

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Ingredients (Serves 1)

15 ml vodka 30 ml freshly brewed espresso (cooled) 10 ml coffee liqueur 7 ml sugar syrup Ice cubes Coffee beans, for garnish

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Step 1

In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine all the ingredients.

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Step 2

Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and foamy.

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Step 3

Strain into a chilled martini cocktail glass and garnish with coffee beans before serving.

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Handy Tip 1

For an espresso martini cocktail using egg white, use the dry shake technique by combining ingredients without ice first, then shaking again with ice to create a rich, velvety foam. *Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.