Making Espresso

The key to a good espresso martini is, of course, the fresh espresso. Espresso is essentially very concentrated coffee. The easiest way to make espresso is with an espresso machine. This post will give you several alternative ways to make it. If you are celebrating something special – perhaps a getaway with some great friends – and need a drink to commemorate it, this perfectly frothy espresso martini is the answer. They are so easy to make, require just three ingredients, and are absolutely delicious. Even non coffee lovers will love this great martini.

Espresso: For a slightly less strong coffee flavor, use freshly brewed coffee or cold brew coffee. Coffee Liqueur: Kahlua is a popular coffee-flavored liqueur that works great here. Vodka: For a vodka-forward drink like any vodka martini, it’s crucial to use a good quality vodka that you enjoy the flavor of. Fortunately, good vodka can be found at all price points. The best quality vodkas for the price are Grey Goose and Belvediere. For a budget-friendly vodka, we recommend using Tito’s.

Make espresso. The espresso can be hot or cold. See our pro tip below! Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Add lots of ice followed by your vodka, Kahlua, and espresso. Shake and quickly strain. The more you shake it, the more frothy the martini will be. When the ingredients are very cold and well combined, strain quickly into a chilled martini glass to get most of the foam into your drink.

You can also try your coffee machine! Many modern coffee machines have an espresso setting. While it doesn’t give you the creamy topping than is typical of an espresso you will get in a cafe in Italy, it will be hot and it will be concentrated, both of which are perfect for this cocktail.

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