Carson's Espresso Martini Recipe
Van Gogh Double Espresso Vodka and Caffé Borghetti Espresso Liqueur shaken and strained into a chilled martini glass and layered with half & half foam; garnished with shaved chocolate
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Foam Topping
Garnish
Method
Preparation of the Espresso Martini
Brew the Espresso
Brew a shot of fresh espresso and set it aside to cool slightly.
Mix the Cocktail
In a cocktail shaker, combine the Van Gogh Double Espresso Vodka, Caffé Borghetti Espresso Liqueur, freshly brewed espresso, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
Shake the Mixture
Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
Prepare the Glass
Strain the cocktail mixture into a chilled martini glass.
Foam Preparation
Create the Foam
In a small bowl, froth the half & half until it forms a light foam.
Layer the Foam
Carefully spoon the half & half foam on top of the strained cocktail in the martini glass.
Garnishing
Add Chocolate Shavings
Garnish the drink with shaved chocolate on top of the foam.
