Gluten Free Espresso Martini
Rich, bold, and impossibly smooth, this cocktail is the kind of drink that turns a regular evening into something worth remembering. The combination of freshly brewed espresso, vodka, coffee liqueur, and a touch of simple syrup creates a perfectly balanced sip — bitter, sweet, and just a little dangerous. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, so there's no label-scanning or second-guessing required before you shake things up. The double-straining technique is the real secret weapon, preserving that gorgeous, velvety foam on top that makes this cocktail look like it came straight from a cocktail bar. Shaking the mixture vigorously over ice chills everything down fast while also aerating the espresso into that signature frothy layer. Garnish with three coffee beans in the center and you've got a drink that's as stunning to look at as it is to sip. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or just treating yourself after a long week, this one delivers every single time.
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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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