Description
This Salted Caramel Espresso Martini combines the rich flavor of freshly brewed espresso with sweet salted caramel and a splash of vodka for a perfect, indulgent cocktail. With just a few ingredients and a quick shake, you’ll have a delicious drink that’s perfect for parties or a relaxing evening at home.
Ingredients
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- 2 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Freshly brewed espresso (or strong coffee)
- 1 oz Salted caramel sauce
- 1/2 oz Simple syrup (optional, depending on your sweetness preference)
- Ice cubes
- A pinch of sea salt (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brew Your Espresso: Brew a shot (or two) of espresso and let it cool slightly. You can also use strong brewed coffee if you don’t have an espresso machine.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine cooled espresso, vodka, and salted caramel sauce. Add simple syrup for sweetness if desired.
- Shake It Up: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled and frothy.
- Strain and Pour: Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with a pinch of sea salt on top and optionally drizzle extra salted caramel sauce for an indulgent touch.
Notes
- Chill your martini glass for 10 minutes in the freezer before serving to keep your drink cold.
- For a frothy top, consider adding a dash of milk or cream to the shaker.
- This cocktail is best served fresh but can be made ahead if the espresso is cooled and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg