Coffee methods
We like buying purchased cold brew coffee concentrate for a frozen espresso martini because it’s so simple! You can also make homemade cold brew coffee, which is very easy and a much cheaper method. If you have a French press, try French press cold brew. We created our own spin on this recipe and it is extremely simple to make! Many recipes call for making espresso and freezing it into ice cubes, but who has time for that? You can make our version in just 5 minutes in a blender. The creamy, frosty flavor with rich coffee undertones is absolutely divine. We can’t wait for you to try it!
Vodka: The smooth, neutral spirit provides a base for the cocktail, allowing the other flavors to shine. Kahlúa: This coffee liqueur adds sweetness and a hint of rum complexity to the mix. Cold brew coffee (or strong coffee): The strong, concentrated coffee brings the bold, caffeinated essence of espresso to the martini without the need to make espresso. You can also make coffee using your favorite method: make it double strength and chill it before blending. Sugar: Sugar balances the bitterness of the coffee and enhances the overall flavor. If desired, you can substitute with simple syrup, maple syrup, or agave syrup, using ¾ of the sugar specified in the recipe. Ice: Crushed or cubed ice chills the cocktail and creates a frosty, refreshing texture.
How to make a frozen espresso martini: step by step
Once you’ve gathered your ingredients, the frozen espresso martini is quick and simple to blend. Here are the basic steps (or scroll down for the recipe): Apparently the coffee machine was right next to the drink station, and the Espresso Martini was born. The name came in the 1990’s when flavored martinis were all the rage. Or, make strong coffee using a dark roast bean: French press or pour over work well. Another great option is Moka Pot coffee (coffee made with a Bialetti), since its flavor is somewhere between coffee and espresso. Cool the coffee before blending.
A few more coffee cocktails
If you love a good frozen espresso martini, here are a few more coffee cocktails might enjoy: You can also use other types of coffee liqueur in a frozen espresso martini, like Tia Maria or Sheridan’s. Use up leftovers to make Kahlua drinks like the White Russian, Black Russian or Mudslide.
Try the classic Espresso Martini or White Russian. Make a frosty and delicious Bushwacker! It’s similar to the frozen espresso martini. Go for an Espresso Margarita. Try boozy coffee like Irish Coffee, Kahlua Coffee, or Spanish Coffee.
Frequently asked questions
5 from 1 review **If desired, you can also use 2 ½ tablespoons simple syrup, maple syrup, or agave syrup as a natural sweetener. Make ahead notes: It’s best to blend right before serving to have the correct slushy texture. If desired, you can mix up the liquids and refrigerate, then blend with ice right before serving. You can also blend and freeze for up to 1 hour, then stir with a fork before serving.
