Espresso Martini

Looking for a cocktail for your next get-together? This smooth and sweet concoction is the perfect cocktail to serve at brunch or with dessert.

Ingredients

1 Nespresso® original Pod or 2 tbsp (30 mL) ground espresso
1½ oz. (45 g) vodka
1 oz. (30 g) coffee liqueur
½ oz. (15 g) simple syrup or agave nectar
1 cup (250 mL) ice
Optional: 3 whole coffee beans

Directions

Adjust the drip tray of the Deluxe Coffee Machine to your desired height and place a small coffee mug on the tray plate.
Place the Nespresso® original Pod in the Nespresso® Pod insert, or add the espresso to the Deluxe Coffee Machine Espresso Insert. Select the 2-oz. (60-mL) size option and press start. After it chimes, remove the mug.
Pour the espresso into a cocktail shaker. Add vodka, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and ice. Seal the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously.
Use a strainer to strain into a martini glass or small wine glass. Garnish with whole coffee beans, if you’d like.

Cook's Tips:

For a creamy espresso martini, substitute the coffee liqueur for an Irish cream.

To make your own simple syrup, combine 1 cup (250 mL) of water and 1 cup (250 mL) of sugar in a microwave-safe bowl and cook on high for 4–5 minutes, stirring halfway through. Store in the refrigerator.

If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, you can also use an empty jar with a lid.