
Rich, bold, and impossibly smooth, this cocktail is the kind of drink that turns a regular evening into something worth remembering. Freshly brewed espresso gives it a deep, roasted backbone, while vodka and coffee liqueur layer in warmth and just enough sweetness from a touch of simple syrup. The double-straining technique is the real secret here — it preserves that gorgeous, velvety foam on top that makes the whole thing look like it came straight from a craft cocktail bar. For anyone navigating sesame-free living, cocktails can actually be a surprisingly tricky category, since some flavored liqueurs and syrups sneak in unexpected additives — but every ingredient in this recipe is clean and straightforward. Shaking the mixture hard over ice for a full 15 to 20 seconds is non-negotiable if you want that signature frothy top, so don't rush it. Finish with three coffee beans in the center of the foam for a classic presentation that looks effortlessly elegant. Serve immediately and enjoy every last sip before the foam fades.
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Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you prepare the cocktail.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and cooled espresso.
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