Local Delivery within 10 Miles 21+ ID required at delivery Call us: (716) 770-1230 Mix & match 12 wines for 15% off

Cocktail recipe

Espresso Martini Recipe: The Perfect Coffee Cocktail

Shake vodka, espresso, and coffee liqueur into a silky, caffeine-kick cocktail—an elegant, velvety Espresso Martini to fuel your night and impress guests.

5 minEasyCoupe glass1 cocktail
Espresso Martini Recipe cocktail in glass with garnish
Total time
5 min
Difficulty
Easy
Glass
Coupe glass
Makes
1 cocktail

Build the drink

Method

  1. 1

    Brew a shot of espresso and chill it for at least 5 minutes (this is what creates the signature foam).

  2. 2

    Add vodka, coffee liqueur, chilled espresso, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

  3. 3

    Shake hard for 15-20 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.

  4. 4

    Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass.

  5. 5

    Garnish with 3 floating coffee beans for good fortune.

The Espresso Martini combines vodka, coffee liqueur, and fresh espresso for a chilled, foamy coffee cocktail.

Local Delivery within 10 Miles

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz fresh espresso, slightly cooled
  • ¼ oz simple syrup, optional

Method

  1. Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake hard for 15–20 seconds.
  3. Double-strain into a chilled coupe.
  4. Garnish with coffee beans.

Shop vodka or call (716) 770-1230 for a recommendation.

More from Buffalo House

Keep reading

Local delivery handoff at a customer's door

Local Delivery within 10 Miles

Curbside pickup handoff beside a vehicle

Curbside Pickup Available

Local team member hand-picking a bottle

Hand-picked by our local team

Shopper carrying a mixed case of wine beside a 15 percent off badge

Mix 12 wines and save 15%