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Toasted Almond Espresso Martini Cocktail

Toasted Almond Espresso Martini Cocktail Recipe
A cozy, dessert-style toasted almond espresso martini that blends vodka, coffee liqueur, amaretto, fresh espresso, and cream for a rich, nutty coffee cocktail that’s perfect after dinner.
John
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Espresso machine or coffee maker
  • Small skillet or oven tray
  • Martini glass
  • Bar spoon

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur like Kahlúa
  • 0.75 oz amaretto liqueur such as Disaronno or Lazzaroni
  • 1 oz fresh espresso let it cool slightly
  • 0.5 oz heavy cream, half-and-half, or almond milk adjust to taste for richness
  • Ice cubes for shaking
  • Toasted almonds finely chopped, for garnish
  • Whole coffee beans for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Chill a martini glass in the freezer so the cocktail stays cold and silky.
  • Brew a shot of fresh espresso and let it cool for a few minutes so it doesn't melt the ice too quickly.
  • Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring often, until golden and fragrant. Let cool, then finely chop for garnish.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
  • Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, amaretto, cooled espresso, and cream or milk to the shaker.
  • Shake hard for about 15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels frosty and the drink is well chilled and slightly foamy.
  • Double strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into the chilled martini glass to catch any ice shards.
  • Garnish with a sprinkle of finely chopped toasted almonds and a few whole coffee beans, if you like. Serve immediately.

Notes

Freshly brewed espresso gives this cocktail a deep, rich coffee flavor and a better aroma than instant espresso. Let it cool slightly so it doesn't water down the drink.
Adjust the richness by choosing heavy cream for a thick, dessert-like texture or almond milk for something lighter. You can also tweak the sweetness by adding a touch more amaretto or coffee liqueur.
To toast the almonds, warm them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring often, until golden and fragrant. Watch closely so they don't burn.
Serve well chilled as an after-dinner drink—it's creamy, nutty, and just sweet enough to feel like a treat.