Description
The ultimate dessert cocktail made with vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, instant espresso, and chocolate liqueur.
Scale
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
- 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.
Keywords: espresso martini, chocolate espresso martini, dessert cocktail
