Making an Espresso Martini PROPERLY (and then improving it) | In The Drink

vodka

🥗Healthier: gin

💰Cheaper: grain alcohol

Gin provides a different flavor profile while remaining a spirit.

coffee liqueur

🥗Healthier: homemade coffee syrup

💰Cheaper: instant coffee mixed with sugar

Homemade syrup can reduce sugar and cost.

simple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup offers a lower glycemic index.

Brew fresh espresso using a Shark Ninja espresso machine, ensuring to tamp the coffee grounds tightly into a puck.

Lock the port filter into the group head and brew the espresso until it forms a lovely crema on top.

Set the fresh espresso aside and grab a cocktail shaker.

Measure 2 oz of Stolichnaya vodka and add it to the shaker.

Add 0.5 oz of Kahlúa coffee liqueur to the shaker.

Add 0.25 oz of simple syrup to the shaker.

Measure 1 oz of the brewed espresso and add it to the shaker.

Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously.

Double strain the mixture into the nicest coupe glass available.

Wait for the foam on top to firm up slightly before garnishing with 3 coffee beans.

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