To get the lovely signature frothy layer on the surface of your Espresso Martini, you need to use real espresso coffee from a proper coffee machine that gives you a nice crema (ie the velvety layer of foam on the espresso). Using instant coffee granules, a French Press or similar won’t give you the same result, no matter how vigorously you shake the cocktail shaker.
HOT TIP! If you don’t have a proper coffee machine, just add egg white. It won’t alter the taste or texture of the cocktail but once you shake it up, you’ll end up with an awesome froth on the surface. You need the foam for the coffee beans to float on the surface.
Dangerously drinkable with a good slog of liquor, this coffee cocktail is made with espresso, vodka and Kahlua.
Ingredients:
Way of preparation
Step 1
Place the vodka, kahlua and espresso in a cocktail shaker with ice.
Step 2
Shake vigorously 10 times, then pour briskly into a cocktail glass. (Scrape out foam inside if necessary)
Step 3
Garnish wtih 3 coffee beans and serve immediately.
Tips
Cool the coffee so it doesn’t melt the ice = won’t dilute drink flavour