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Peppermint espresso martini on a wood surface garnished with a mini candy cane.

Peppermint Espresso Martini Recipe

Melissa
Get into the festive spirit this holiday season with this recipe! It's an easy-to-make drink with the perfect flavor combination of vodka, espresso, and peppermint.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktails, Digestif, Happy Hour
Cuisine Holiday Cocktails
Servings 1 cocktail

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ounce coffee vodka
  • ½ ounce peppermint vodka
  • 1 ounce espresso
  • 1 ounce coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa)
  • Coffee beans and/or mini candy cane for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Add the coffee vodka, peppermint vodka, espresso, and coffee liqueur to an empty cocktail shaker.
  • Add ice and shake until well chilled (preferably at least 30 seconds).
  • Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with coffee beans and/or a mini candy cane, if desired.

Notes

Tips:
  • Use fresh espresso. It will give your cocktail the best flavor and foam. 
  • Chill your martini glasses by placing them in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before serving.
  • Shake your cocktail vigorously to create a nice frothy top on your cocktail. 
  • Enjoy immediately - it is best enjoyed immediately, while the foam is still fluffy.
  • Add your ice cubes to the cocktail shaker after you add all of the ingredients to prevent excessive dilution.
Options to make espresso without a machine:
  • Use a moka pot espresso maker (as many Italians do at home)
  • Try using an Aeropress. 
  • Make a strong, concentrated brew in a French Press.
  • Try using cold brew concentrate or instant espresso (although these may not provide as much foam as the other options). 
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Nutrition

Calories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 33mgSugar: 13gVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.04mg
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