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Espresso Martinis

Rich, bold, and irresistibly smooth — the Espresso Martini is the drink that single-handedly made coffee and cocktails the best of friends. It's the perfect after-dinner sipper or late-night party starter!
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Vodka
  • 1 oz Coffee Liqueur such as Kahlúa
  • 1 oz Freshly Brewed Espresso cooled
  • ½ oz Simple Syrup
  • 3 Coffee Beans for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice
  • Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until very frothy
  • Double strain into a chilled martini glass
  • Garnish with 3 coffee beans on top of the foam

Notes

The key to that gorgeous foam on top is shaking HARD and using fresh espresso — not instant coffee!