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If you love coffee and festive cocktails, this Christmas Espresso Martini is a fun drink to add to your holiday menu.
Made with vodka, coffee liqueur, freshly brewed espresso, and a touch of vanilla, it’s rich, smooth, and perfect for sipping after Christmas dinner.
A dusting of cocoa or a few coffee beans makes this cocktail feel extra special. Serve it at holiday parties, Christmas Eve gatherings, or whenever you want a festive coffee drink.
If you enjoy holiday cocktails, you might also like my Christmas Eggnog Cocktail, Hot Buttered Rum, and Christmas Mulled Wine.
Christmas Espresso Martini Recipe
Prep time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
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Ingredients
- 1½ ounces vodka
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur
- 1 ounce freshly brewed espresso, cooled
- ½ ounce vanilla syrup
- Ice
- 3 coffee beans, for garnish (optional)
- Cocoa powder, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brew the espresso and let it cool.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, cooled espresso, and vanilla syrup.
- Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds, until well chilled and foamy.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with three coffee beans or a light dusting of cocoa powder.
Tips for Making a Christmas Espresso Martini
Use freshly brewed espresso. Fresh espresso gives the cocktail its rich coffee flavor and helps create the signature foam. Let it cool slightly before shaking.
Chill your glass. Place your martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes before serving to help keep the drink cold.
Adjust the sweetness. Vanilla syrup adds a festive touch, but you can use less or leave it out if you prefer a stronger coffee flavor.
Make it extra festive. Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg, or garnish with a little grated chocolate.
Shake well. A vigorous shake with plenty of ice helps create the creamy foam espresso martinis are known for.
More Christmas Cocktail Recipes
Planning a holiday drink menu? Try these festive favorites:
- The Ultimate 6 Christmas Cocktails for the Holidays
- Christmas Cranberry Moscow Mule
- Christmas Poinsettia Cocktail with Champagne
- Easy Jack Frost Cocktail
This Christmas Espresso Martini is an easy way to bring a little coffeehouse flair to your holiday celebrations. Make one for yourself or shake up a batch for friends and family after dinner.
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