Classic Espresso Martini

Classic Espresso Martini at The Little Shop of Olive Oils

An espresso martini always feels a little special.

It’s bold and smooth at the same time — rich espresso, silky cream, and just enough sweetness to balance it all. But when you add a teaspoon of our Espresso Balsamic, something beautiful happens.

The balsamic doesn’t make the cocktail taste like vinegar. Instead, it deepens the coffee flavor and adds a subtle complexity that makes it taste layered and refined. It rounds out the vodka and Kahlua and gives the drink a smooth, almost velvety finish.

Shake it well until frothy, strain into a chilled martini glass, and finish with a few espresso beans and a light dusting of cocoa.

It’s the kind of cocktail that feels elegant — but completely approachable.

Bold. Smooth. Just a little indulgent.

Classic Espresso Martini

Servings

Serves 1

Prep Time

5 minutes

Category

Drinks & Cocktails

A smooth and bold espresso martini made with fresh espresso, vodka, Kahlua, half and half, and a touch of Espresso Balsamic for depth and richness.

Classic Espresso Martini

Ingredients

  • 1 shot espresso (or very strong coffee)

  • 1 tsp Espresso Balsamic

  • 1 shot vodka

  • 1 shot Kahlua

  • 1 shot half and half

  • Ice

  • Espresso beans, for garnish (optional)

  • Cocoa powder, for dusting (optional)

Directions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

  2. Add espresso, Espresso Balsamic, vodka, Kahlua, and half and half.

  3. Shake well until chilled and frothy.

  4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.

  5. Garnish with espresso beans and a light dusting of cocoa if desired.

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