Recipes Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Vodka Drinks Recipes Espresso Martini Cocktail 5.0 (11) 8 Reviews 6 Photos This espresso martini is a sweet and delicious after-dinner drink made with espresso, coffee liqueur, vodka, and white creme de cacao for a coffee lovers dream cocktail. Submitted by Allrecipes Updated on November 27, 2023 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Rate Print Share Close Add Photo 6 6 6 6 Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings: 1 Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe Whether you’re a beginner cocktail maker or a professional mixologist, this espresso martini recipe will quickly become a go-to. How to Make an Espresso Martini You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics: What Is an Espresso Martini? A vodka martini is a vodka cocktail made with espresso and coffee liqueur. The drink originated in the 1980s and experienced a surge in popularity in the 2020s. The act of shaking the espresso with the ice, liquor, and liqueurs creates a creamy, foamy topping. Espresso Martini Ingredients These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this homemade espresso martini recipe: Vodka: This espresso martini recipe (which makes one serving) starts with 1 ½ fluid ounces of vodka. Liqueurs: You’ll need coffee-flavored liqueur (use a store-bought bottle, such as Kahlua, or make your own at home) and white creme de cacao. Espresso: Make sure to completely cool the espresso before adding it to the cocktail shaker so the ice doesn’t melt. Ice: Espresso martinis are served chilled, so you’ll need to shake all the ingredients with a cup of ice in a cocktail shaker. Espresso Martini Preparation Pour all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker, shake until chilled, and strain into a glass. That’s all there is to it. Find the full, step-by-step recipe below. How to Serve an Espresso Martini Espresso martinis are traditionally served chilled in martini glasses. For a fancy touch, rim the glass with cinnamon-sugar and garnish with coffee beans. Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 1 servings 1 ½ fluid ounces vodka 1 ½ fluid ounces coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua) 1 fluid ounce white creme de cacao 1 fluid ounce brewed espresso 1 cup ice Directions Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Pour vodka, coffee liqueur, crème de cacao, and espresso into a cocktail shaker; add ice, cover and shake until chilled. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Strain into a chilled martini glass. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 342 Calories 0g Fat 31g Carbs 0g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 1 Calories 342 % Daily Value * Total Fat 0g 0% Saturated Fat 0g 1% Sodium 9mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 31g 11% Total Sugars 31g Protein 0g 0% Vitamin C 0mg 0% Calcium 1mg 0% Iron 0mg 1% Potassium 49mg 1% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.