Name: Frozen Espresso Martinis
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 6 h 15 min
Yield: 2 - 3
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. espresso, cold brew concentrate, or strong-brewed coffee; 4 oz. vanilla vodka; 2 oz. coffee liqueur; Espresso beans or chocolate-covered espresso beans; 1 c. sugar; 1/2 c. heavy whipping cream; 1 tbsp. coffee liqueur; 1 tbsp. sugar; 1 tsp. cocoa powder; Pinch kosher salt

Step 1For the martini: Pour the espresso into an ice cube tray and freeze until solid, about 6 hours.

Step 2For the simple syrup: In a small saucepan, whisk together the sugar and 1 cup water over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved (the syrup should be clear, not cloudy), 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and transfer to a heatproof container with a lid. Let cool completely, about 1 hour at room temperature or 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 3For the coffee whipped cream: In a large bowl, combine the heavy cream, coffee liqueur, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Whip with a whisk until soft peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 4When ready to serve, combine the frozen espresso cubes, vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, and 2 ounces (¼ cup) of the simple syrup in a blender. (Reserve the remaining simple syrup for another use.) Blend at high speed until smooth, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Pour into 2 or 3 chilled coup glasses, dollop with the coffee whipped cream, and garnish with espresso beans.

Frozen Espresso Martinis

Ingredients

For the Martini:

For the Simple Syrup:

For the Coffee Whipped Cream:

Directions

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