Carrageenan Free Espresso Martini
Few cocktails hit the way a perfectly made espresso martini does — that rich, bittersweet coffee flavor balanced with a silky, boozy kick and a gorgeous foam crown on top. This version keeps things clean and straightforward, built from freshly brewed espresso, vodka, coffee liqueur, and a touch of simple syrup — nothing more, nothing less. For anyone watching out for additives and thickeners that sneak into pre-made cocktail mixes and flavored spirits, mixing from scratch like this puts you fully in control of every ingredient in the glass. The double-straining technique is the real secret here: it filters out ice chips while preserving that coveted frothy top layer that makes this drink so visually stunning. Shaking hard and fast for a full 15 to 20 seconds is non-negotiable — it's what emulsifies the espresso and creates that café-worthy foam without any stabilizers or additives doing the work for you. Serve it immediately so the foam stays intact, and finish with three coffee beans in the center for a classic touch that looks like you really know what you're doing.
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1 serving
- 1 shot (1 oz) freshly brewed espresso, cooled to room temperature
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- ½ oz simple syrup
For serving
- 3 whole coffee beans, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you prepare the cocktail.
- 2
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and cooled espresso.
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