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Espresso Martini Shot

A cold and silky cocktail blending bold espresso, creamy coffee liqueur, vodka, and a touch of simple syrup for a dessert-like caffeine kick with a velvety foam head.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 1 shot
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Modern Cocktail
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 ounces 45 milliliters vodka
  • 0.75 ounces 22 milliliters Kahlua or coffee liqueur
  • 1 ounce 30 milliliters fresh espresso, cooled slightly
  • 0.25 ounces 7.5 milliliters simple syrup
  • 1 cup ice for shaking

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Shot glass or coupe glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Strainer
  • Espresso machine or stovetop moka pot

Method
 

  1. Pull a fresh 1-ounce espresso shot into a small cup and let it cool for about 10 to 15 seconds.
  2. Add 1 cup of cubed ice to a cocktail shaker.
  3. Measure and pour 1.5 ounces of vodka into the shaker.
  4. Add 0.75 ounces of Kahlua or coffee liqueur to the shaker.
  5. Pour in 0.25 ounces of simple syrup.
  6. Add the cooled espresso to the shaker.
  7. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds to create a silky foam head.
  8. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled shot glass or coupe glass, preserving the crema.
  9. Serve immediately to enjoy the velvety texture and foam head at its best.

Notes

Serve immediately to preserve the foam head.