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2013 is fast approaching, and if you’re still trying to figure out your drink menu – consider something coffee based! Their delicious and help ensure no one falls asleep before the clock strikes 12! The neat thing about these recipes is you could easily do all three if you wanted – they basically use the same ingredients with just slight additions and variations. Cheers, and Happy New Year!
Espresso Martini
Ingredients
- 3 oz fresh brewed espresso
- 1 1/2 oz espresso vodka
- 1 oz vanilla vodka
- 1/2 oz Frangelico
- 3 coffee beans for garnish
Directions
1. Brew espresso
2. Add ice to martini shaker
3. Add all ingredients to shaker, except coffee beans
4. Shake well for about 30 seconds
5. Strain into martini glass
6. Garnish with coffee beans and serve
Chocolate Hazlenut Espresso Martini
Ingredients
- 1 oz vanilla vodka
- 1 oz dark creme de cacao
- 1 oz fresh brewed espresso
- 1/2 oz espresso vodka
- 1/2 oz Frangelico
- Chocolate shavings
Directions
1. Brew espresso
2. Add ice to cocktail shaker
3. Combine all ingredients except chocolate shavings in cocktail shaker
4. Shake for 30 seconds
5. Strain into martini glass
6. Garnish with chocolate shavings and serve
Cinnamon Latte Espresso Martini
Ingredients
- 1 oz espresso
- 1/2 oz Kahlua
- 1/2 oz vanilla vodka
- 1/2 oz heavy cream
- 2 pinches ground cinnamon
Directions
1. Brew espresso
2. Add ice to cocktail shaker
3. Combine all ingredients, and one pinch of cinnamon in shaker
4. Shake well for 30 seconds
5. Strain into martini glass
6. Top with cinnamon and serve