Espresso Martini with Baileys
Espresso Martini with Baileys is a simple four-ingredient dessert cocktail. This basic recipe makes the perfect after-dinner drink for coffee lovers like me!
Servings 2 martinis
Calories 521kcal
Ingredients
- 4 oz. espresso - or strong coffee
- 4 oz. vodka
- 2 oz. Kahlua
- 2 oz. Bailey's Irish cream
- simple syrup as needed
- cocoa powder, powdered sugar, chocolate syrup - for garnish
Instructions
- Make the espresso. If you have an espresso maker, it’s ideal for this recipe. In a pinch, you can use cold brew concentrate for that strong coffee taste. Chill before combining.4 oz. espresso
- Measure ingredients. Measure out all of the ingredients and add to a cocktail shaker (or mason jar). Add simple syrup as needed.4 oz. vodka, 2 oz. Kahlua, 2 oz. Bailey's Irish cream, simple syrup as needed
- Chill. If time allows, place the cocktail shaker in the refrigerator to chill.
- Prep glasses. Add some cocoa powder and powdered sugar to a small plate and combine well. Add some drizzles of chocolate syrup to another plate. Then dip the top of the glass in the chocolate syrup followed by the dry cocoa mixture.cocoa powder, powdered sugar, chocolate syrup
- Shake in a cocktail shaker or mason jar. Add some ice cubes to the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds.
- Pour and serve. Pour the espresso martinis in your favorite martini glasses. Add a dusting of the cocoa powder/powdered sugar mixture to the tops of the martinis. Serve immediately.
Notes
To get a frothy top, add a little bit of Baileys and half and half to a milk frother and froth. Pour on top of drinks.
Nutrition
Calories: 521kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 0.01mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 2008mg | Sugar: 19g | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 3mg