Yeast Free Espresso Martini
Rich, bold, and impossibly smooth, this cocktail is the kind of drink that makes a serious impression at any gathering. 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 boozy. Since cocktails can sometimes sneak in unexpected fermented or brewed additions, it's worth knowing that every ingredient here is completely free of yeast, making it a genuinely worry-free pour. The double-straining technique is the secret weapon: it catches any ice chips and helps build that gorgeous, velvety foam on top that makes this drink so visually stunning. Chilling the glass beforehand keeps everything ice-cold from the first sip to the last. Finish it with three coffee beans in the center of the foam and you've got a cocktail that looks like it came straight from a craft bar.
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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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