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chocolate espresso martini

Espresso Martinis are hotter than ever right now, and for good reason. They’re the perfect blend of caffeine, spirit and sweetness, ensuring a tasty cocktail.

We’ve tuned up the classic recipe a notch by using chocolate vodka and it’s a game changer.

This recipe takes everything you love about the original and adds a layer of rich, decadent chocolate that just elevates the whole experience. Perfectly balanced, it’s easy to make at home for your next date night in or any time.

chocolate espresso martini
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Chocolate Espresso Martini

Servings 1

Equipment

  • 1 cocktail shaker with strainer

Ingredients

  • 2 oz chocolate vodka
  • 1 oz Kahlua or coffee liquor
  • 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
  • 3/4 oz simple syrup
  • ice
  • chocolate shavings for garnish
  • coffee beans for garnish

Instructions

  • In a cocktail shaker, add vodka, Kahlua, espresso and simple syrup.
  • Add ½ cup of ice to the shaker, seal and shake for 10-15 seconds.
  • Strain into a martini or coupe glass.
  • Garnish with chocolate shavings and coffee beans.

Notes

Tip: I’ve made this martini several times at home in the last year and have found that fresh-brewed espresso provides the best flavour. Variations include swapping vanilla vodka for chocolate vodka or using a cinnamon simple syrup for extra flavour.
Simple Syrup:
To make simple syrup: Pour 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water into a small saucepan and put on the stove over medium heat. Stir until warm and sugar has entirely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks. For cinnamon simple syrup, add 1 cinnamon stick lightly bashed to the sugar and water. Let it sit in the syrup while it cools down. Strain before pouring into airtight container.