Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys
This Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys is a rich, velvety cocktail that blends bold espresso, smooth Irish cream, vodka, and coffee liqueur into an indulgent after-dinner drink. It’s quick to make and topped with a beautiful frothy finish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail
- Category: Drink
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Baileys Irish Cream
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1 ounce freshly brewed espresso, cooled
- 1/2 ounce coffee liqueur
- Ice cubes
- Coffee beans, for garnish (optional)
- Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brew a fresh shot of espresso and allow it to cool slightly.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice.
- Add the Baileys Irish Cream, vodka, cooled espresso, and coffee liqueur.
- Shake vigorously for 20 to 30 seconds until well chilled and frothy.
- Strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass.
- Garnish with coffee beans, cocoa powder, or chocolate shavings if desired.
- Serve immediately while cold and creamy.
Notes
- Use vanilla vodka for a sweeter variation.
- Substitute decaffeinated espresso for a lower-caffeine option.
- Add chocolate liqueur for a mocha-inspired cocktail.
- Blend with ice for a frozen version.
- Use dairy-free Irish cream liqueur for a low-lactose alternative.
- This cocktail is best enjoyed immediately after shaking for the creamiest texture and frothy top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
