The BEST Espresso Martini
An Original Recipe by Lorraine Elliott
Preparation time: 2 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Makes 1 cocktail
- 45ml/1.5ozs vanilla vodka (can also use regular vodka)
- 30ml/1floz Mr Black or Kahlua
- 30ml/1floz espresso
- 15ml/0.5oz Baileys
- 15ml/0.5oz simple syrup (optional)* see recipe below
Step 1 - Place the vanilla vodka, Mr Black or Kahlua, Espresso, Baileys and simple syrup (if using) with 1/2 cup of ice cubes in a cocktail shaker. Place the lid on and shake for 30 seconds. Pour into a chilled glass and garnish with 3 coffee beans.
To Make Simple Syrup: place 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water and bring to a simmer stirring until sugar is dissolved. Cool and refrigerate. I often keep a jar of simple syrup in the fridge for cocktails.