Description
Enjoy a refreshing Frozen Espresso Martini, blending bold espresso, vodka, and coffee liqueur for a perfect balance of sweetness and caffeine. Ideal for warm days or as a sophisticated after-dinner treat, this frosty cocktail is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa)
- 1 ounce freshly brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1 ounce simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Coffee beans for garnish (optional)
- Chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brew a fresh shot of espresso and let it cool to room temperature.
- Combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan, heat until sugar dissolves, and let cool.
- Prepare a blender, jigger or measuring cup, and cocktail shaker.
- Add cooled espresso, vodka, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and ice cubes to the blender.
- Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds until smooth and frothy.
- Taste the cocktail and add more simple syrup if desired, then blend again briefly.
- Chill martini glasses by filling them with ice water while preparing the cocktail.
- Pour the blended mixture into the chilled martini glasses, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Garnish with coffee beans and chocolate shavings if desired.
- Enjoy the cocktail right after making it for the best frozen texture.
- Appreciate the rich aroma and smoothness of the drink.
- Feel free to add flavored syrups or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a twist.
Notes
- Use high-quality vodka and coffee liqueur for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness of the cocktail to your preference.
- Chill your glasses to keep the cocktail cold longer.
- Freshly brewed espresso enhances the flavor significantly.
- If making multiple servings, blend in batches for consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes