4 Espresso cocktails you can make in minutes!
Dive into the invigorating world of espresso cocktails, where each sip promises a fusion of bold coffee flavors and spirited indulgence. Perfect for a post-dinner treat or a lively brunch, these drinks stand out with their rich complexity and energizing kick. Experience the allure of caffeine-meets-cocktail with our curated selection.
Espresso Cocktails: A Bold Twist on Classic Drinks
For those who love coffee and cocktails, combining the two is nothing short of a match made in heaven. Espresso cocktails offer a unique balance of the rich, roasted flavors of coffee with the smooth, nuanced notes of spirits.
Who Should Try Espresso Cocktails?
- Coffee enthusiasts looking to extend their love into happy hour.
- Cocktail aficionados seeking a sophisticated drink with a caffeine boost.
- Brunch-goers who desire something more potent than a standard mimosa.
When to Enjoy an Espresso Cocktail
- As an after-dinner digestif to cap off a fine meal.
- During a lively brunch where coffee and cocktails cross paths.
- Whenever you're in need of a pick-me-up with a touch of elegance.
Espresso Martini
The Espresso Martini is a rich, velvety, and slightly sweet cocktail with a strong coffee flavor and a hint of bitterness. It has a creamy texture and a frothy top, making it a luxurious and indulgent drink.
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Ingredients
- Vodka: 50ml
- Espresso: 30ml
- Coffee liqueur: 15ml
- Simple syrup: 10ml
- Ice: As needed
- Three coffee beans: For garnish
Recipe
- Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice and setting it aside
- Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker: 50ml vodka, 30ml freshly brewed espresso, 15ml coffee liqueur, and 10ml simple syrup
- Fill the shaker with ice and seal it tightly
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds, or until the outside of the shaker becomes frosty
- Discard the ice from the martini glass and strain the cocktail into the glass
- Garnish with three coffee beans, arranged in a triangle on top of the frothy surface
Eggnog Espresso Martini
The Eggnog Espresso Martini is a delightful balance of creamy, sweet, and robust flavors. The eggnog provides a velvety texture and rich, spiced undertones, while the espresso delivers a strong coffee punch. The vodka adds a clean, alcoholic warmth without overpowering the other ingredients.
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Ingredients
- Eggnog: 2 oz(60ml)
- Espresso: 1 oz(30ml)
- Vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Coffee liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Nutmeg: Pinch (for garnish)
Recipe
- Chill your martini glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
- Brew a shot of espresso and allow it to cool slightly.
- Fill a shaker with ice and add the cooled espresso, eggnog, vodka, and coffee liqueur.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a pinch of nutmeg on top.
Non-Alcoholic Espresso Martini
This non-alcoholic Espresso Martini is rich and velvety, with a robust coffee flavor that's complemented by the aromatic spices of Seedlip Spice 94. It's slightly sweet with a deep, complex profile and a frothy top that adds a luxurious texture.
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Ingredients
- Seedlip spice 94: 1.5
- Chilled espresso: 1.25
- Light brown sugar rich syrup: 0.75
- Coffee beans: 3
- Espresso powder: Garnish
Recipe
- Combine 1 ½ ounces of Seedlip Spice 94, 1 ¼ ounces of chilled espresso, and ¾ ounces of light brown sugar rich syrup in a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker one-third with ice and shake vigorously to encourage aeration and avoid over-diluting the drink.
- Fine-strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
- Top the drink with excess foam from the strainer.
- Garnish with three coffee beans and dust with espresso powder over the top. Serve immediately.
Espresso Sambuca Martini
The Espresso Sambuca Martini is a complex, multi-layered drink. It's robust and rich, with the deep, roasted flavors of espresso complemented by the sweet, syrupy texture of the coffee liqueur. The Sambuca adds a subtle anise flavor that lingers on the palate, while the vodka provides a clean, strong backbone. It's a cocktail that's both invigorating and indulgent.
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Ingredients
- Reyka vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Coffee liqueur: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Espresso: 1 oz(30ml)
- Simple syrup: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Romana sambuca liquore classico: 0.25 oz(8ml)
- Espresso beans: 3
Recipe
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, freshly brewed espresso, simple syrup, and Sambuca.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with three espresso beans, floating them on the surface of the drink.
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