Description

The Salted Caramel Espresso Martini is a luxurious blend of rich coffee and sweet caramel, creating a delightful balance of flavors. The smooth texture of the vodka and coffee liqueur is complemented by the creamy sweetness of the salted caramel, making each sip a decadent experience.

Ingredients

Scale

1½ oz vodka
1 oz coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
1 oz freshly brewed espresso (cooled)
½ oz salted caramel syrup (or caramel sauce with a pinch of sea salt)
Ice
Caramel drizzle (optional, for garnish)
Pinch of sea salt (optional, for topping)

Instructions

Begin by brewing a shot of espresso and allow it to cool to room temperature.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, coffee liqueur, cooled espresso, and salted caramel syrup.
Add a generous amount of ice to the shaker, filling it halfway.
Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and frothy.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
If desired, drizzle caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt for garnish.

Notes

This cocktail can be made ahead of time; simply prepare the mixture without ice and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
Store any leftover salted caramel syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute vodka and coffee liqueur with cold brew coffee and a splash of vanilla extract.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: cocktails
Method: shaking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cocktail
Calories: 250
Sugar: 20 grams
Sodium: 50 milligrams
Fat: 0 grams
Saturated Fat: 0 grams
Unsaturated Fat: 0 grams
Trans Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 30 grams
Fiber: 0 grams
Protein: 0 grams
Cholesterol: 0 milligrams

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