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Patty is obsessed with espresso martinis. OBSESSED. So you bet I perfected this cocktail VERY quickly. I tried several different recipes and variations for months and was never quite satisfied with the results.
In my mind, the biggest hoop to jump through was the actual espresso, and I wasn’t about to purchase an espresso maker just to make a cocktail.
Chocolate Espresso Martini: Two Ways
This cocktail can be made a few different ways depending on what spirits you have in the bar. The base drink is vanilla vodka, Kahlua, and instant espresso. The fourth and final element can be two options: Creme de cocoa and cream OR Godiva chocolate liqueur. At the end of the day, you need a creamy, chocolatey finish.
Instant Espresso
Believe it or not, I use instant espresso. I’m no espresso connoisseur but think it serves the purpose very well and it’s cheap. I bought Cafe Bustelo instant espresso at the grocery store and it was around $5 for a 7-ounce container (which lasts a long time). This stuff works wonders.
Heat water until HOT, nearly boiling in the microwave and add a heaping teaspoon of instant espresso. Add everything to a Boston shaker with a heaping handful of ice. Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass with a chocolate rim. It’s foamy and delicious.
The chocolate espresso martini is the perfect dessert cocktail. I see no better way to cap off your evening of delinquency and tomfoolery. Don’t want an espresso? This can be made as a simple chocolate martini here.
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Chocolate Espresso Martini Recipe
- Prep Time: 5
- Total Time: 7
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Description
The ultimate dessert cocktail made with vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, instant espresso, and chocolate liqueur.
Ingredients
Variation 1
- 1 1/2 ounces vanilla vodka
- 1 ounce Cafe Bustelo instant espresso or fresh espresso
- 1 ounce Godiva chocolate liqueur
- 1 ounce Kahlua or coffee liqueur
- 1/2 ounce Irish cream
- chocolate syrup for rim and coffee beans for garnish
Variation 2
- 1 1/2 ounces vanilla vodka or vodka
- 1 ounce Cafe Bustelo instant espresso or fresh espresso
- 1 ounce Kahlua or coffee liqueur
- 1 ounce creme de cocoa
- 1/2 – 3/4 ounce cream or heavy cream
- chocolate syrup for rim and coffee beans for garnish
Instructions
- Pour some chocolate syrup on a plate and dip a chilled coupe glass upside down in the chocolate to coat the rim of the glass.
- Bring 1 ounce of water to a boil in a microwaveable safe measuring cup, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add 1 tablespoon of instant espresso to the water, stir and set aside.
- Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with no ice yet. Add the espresso last and then fill with a cup of ice.
- Shake vigorously for 10 seconds and serve straight up in your chilled coupe. Garnish with espresso or coffee beans.
Notes
This cocktail can be made a few different ways. I’ve tried so many different variations with great results. When in doubt, stick with the basics.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 306
- Sugar: 18.6g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 26.3g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: espresso martini, chocolate espresso martini, dessert cocktail
Hieeee. My daughter in law has been away in the Navy for a year. We’ve been talking about an Espresso Martini celebration when she comes home. Well.. she’ll be here at the end of the month & I’m so excited.. for the espresso martinis!! You betcha!
You said you wouldn’t buy an espresso machine. You don’t need a fancy machine that does all the tricks. Just a simple espesso pot you can get on Ebay for about $10. So well worth it. Just get a stainless steel one since aluminum contributes to dementia. (so I’ve read). It takes less than 5 min. to make perfect espresso. Coffee was making me nauseous so a friend said it was the acid. That’s how I was turned on to epresso.. 15yrs ago. No more acid. Please give it a shot. Much better than instant. Best if you start with cold water.. just like coffee.
Super tasty! I did the 2nd variation and had to substitute canned whipped cream instead of basic cream. Topped it off after shaking with more whipped cream in my glass and threw some chunked chocolate pieces on top and turned out delicious!
★★★★★