Espresso Martini
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Martini for dessert? Yes, please. I'll take this any day over a traditional chocolate martini, which has 2 shots of chocolate liqueur, 1 shot of vodka, and 4 ounces of heavy cream. That's 438 calories, 9 grams of fat, 42 grams of carbohydrates, and 28.5 grams sugar! Additional food for thought: One shot equals 1 ounce, so when you are preparing this drink use a shot glass instead of a measuring cup to keep it simple.
Equipment
- cocktail shaker
- espresso machine or French Press
- microplane grater
- martini glass
Ingredients
- 3 oz light coconut milk plus extra for the rim
- 2 oz espresso or strong coffee
- 1 oz vanilla vodka
- 1 oz crème de cacao
- 10 dark chocolate covered espresso beans finely crushed
- dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the coconut milk, espresso, vodka, and crème de cacao with ice. Shake well until frothy.3 oz light coconut milk, 2 oz espresso or strong coffee, 1 oz vanilla vodka, 1 oz crème de cacao
- Put the extra coconut milk in a shallow dish, wider than the rim of the martini glass. Put the crushed espresso beans in a separate dish.10 dark chocolate covered espresso beans
- Dip the rim of a martini glass into the extra coconut milk, then coat with crushed espresso beans.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass.
- Top with dark chocolate shavings for a festive finish.dark chocolate shavings
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Tips for the Perfect Espresso Martini
- Freshly Brewed Espresso: Use freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee for the boldest flavor. If you don’t have an espresso machine, a French press works beautifully.
- Chill Your Glass: Pop your martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes before serving. It keeps your drink colder, longer, and adds that extra touch of elegance.
- Shake it Well: Shaking your cocktail with ice isn’t just for cooling—it creates that signature frothy top that makes an Espresso Martini so irresistible.
- Rim with Style: Dip the rim in a little extra coconut milk, then coat it with crushed espresso beans for an Instagram-worthy presentation.
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
- Cocktail Shaker: A must for mixing and frothing your martini.
- Espresso Machine or French Press: For brewing bold, aromatic coffee.
- Microplane Grater: Perfect for creating those fine, chocolate shavings on top.
- Martini Glass: The classic vessel for this elegant cocktail.
Nutrition
Serving: 1MartiniCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 16gFat: 5g
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