Espresso Martini

Ingredients

• 1 ounces espresso – freshly brewed, cooled slightly
• 2 ounces vodka
• 0.75 ounces coffee liqueur
• 0.25 ounces simple syrup – 1:1 sugar to water
• 1.5 cups ice – for shaking
• coffee beans – 3 beans (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Place a coupe or martini glass in the freezer to chill while you prepare the drink.
2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice (about 1.5 cups). Brew espresso and let it cool 3–5 minutes until warm, then add vodka, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and the espresso to the shaker.
3. Seal and shake vigorously until well-chilled and very foamy, 15–20 seconds; the shaker should feel icy cold.
4. Double-strain into the chilled glass, allowing a creamy head of foam to settle on top.
5. Garnish with coffee beans and serve immediately.