Espresso Martini Shots - Homebody Eats

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.

Make homemade sugar syrup by combining 1/4 cup demerara sugar and 1/4 cup water in a saucepan.

Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes.

Measure 3 ounces of vodka and set aside.

Brew 2-1/2 ounces of fresh espresso, ensuring it is used instead of cold brew or drip coffee for a foamy top.

Add 2 ounces of coffee liqueur (Kahlua) to the cocktail shaker.

Pour in 1-1/2 ounces of the homemade demerara sugar syrup.

Shake the mixture until the top is frothy and foamy.

Strain the mixture into 6 shot glasses.

Optionally garnish each shot with a coffee bean.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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