The REAL Story of the ESPRESSO MARTINI! with Bea Bradsell

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 a double shot of ristretto espresso using an espresso machine, totaling 50 ml.

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

Add 50 ml of vodka to the shaker.

Pour in the brewed espresso into the shaker.

Add 25 ml of coffee liqueur to the shaker.

Shake the mixture vigorously until well chilled.

Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.

Cooking Techniques

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