Hazelnut Espresso Martini

Prep Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1 cocktail

Why I Love This Recipe

This twist on a classic espresso martini skips the cream but keeps things bold, smooth, and just sweet enough. The hazelnut liqueur adds a cozy, nutty finish, and the espresso bean garnish gives it that signature bar-style flair—perfect for a dinner party or a night in.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz vodka

• 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (hot, not chilled)

• 0.75 oz Frangelico (hazelnut liqueur)

• 0.5 oz coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa or Mr Black)

• Ice

• 3 espresso beans (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Brew your espresso and let it sit for about 30 seconds (still hot is best).

2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

3. Add vodka, Frangelico, coffee liqueur, and espresso.

4. Shake vigorously for 20–30 seconds until the shaker is frosty.

5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.

6. Top with 3 espresso beans.

Notes

• Fresh, hot espresso is key to that creamy frothy top—don’t use cold brew for this one.

• Shake hard! That’s what creates the signature foam.

• No Frangelico? Skip it for a classic espresso martini. Just increase the vodka to 2 oz and keep everything else the same.

• Want to batch it for a party? Just multiply the ingredients and shake in smaller portions to keep the froth strong.