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An espresso martini flight 3 ways - Classic, S’mores and Spicy

Espresso Martini Flight (3 Ways) Classic, S’mores & Spicy Tequila

If one espresso martini is good, three is even better! This Espresso Martini Flight features a smooth classic, a fun campfire-inspired s’mores version, and a bold spicy twist. Shake up a batch and enjoy comparing each sip. It’s an easy, impressive way to serve cocktails at your next gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Craft Coffee Cocktail Flight
Servings 3 (three 4 ¾ oz martini coupe glasses)

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • Note: These recipes are for three 4 ¾ oz martini coupe glasses. See NOTES below for the Classic Espresso Martini for a 10-oz glass.

For the Classic & S’mores Martinis (Shake these together and top separately)

  • 1 ½ oz vodka
  • ¼ oz simple syrup
  • ¾ oz Kahlúa (or a coffee liqueur)
  • ¼ oz Tia Maria
  • 2 oz freshly brewed espresso
  • ice

For the Spicy Espresso Martini

  • ¾ oz tequila
  • ¼ oz simple syrup
  • ½ oz Kahlúa (or a coffee liqueur)
  • 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
  • ice

Toppings & Garnishes

  • Classic: 3 espresso beans
  • S’mores: Chocolate shavings and 3 toasted mini marshmallows on a skewer
  • Spicy: Lime zest, a dash of cayenne, and a small Thai red chili or a few thin slices

Instructions
 

Brew the Espresso

  • Make fresh espresso and let it cool slightly so it doesn’t melt the ice too quickly.

Chill the Glasses

  • Place three martini coupes in the freezer for 5–10 minutes to chill.

Make the Classic & S’mores Martinis

  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, simple syrup, Kahlúa, Tia Maria, and espresso. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until chilled and frothy. Strain half the mixture into one coupe for the Classic Martini and the other half into another coupe for the S’mores Martini.
  • Garnish the Classic Espresso Martini with three coffee beans to represent the Italian tradition symbolizing health, wealth, and happiness. Garnish the S'mores Martini with chocolate shavings plus a toasted marshmallow skewer.

Make the Spicy Tequila Martini

  • Rinse the shaker, then fill it with ice. Add tequila, simple syrup, Kahlúa, and espresso. Shake for 15–20 seconds and strain into the third coupe.
  • Garnish with lime zest, a dash of cayenne, and small Thai red chili or a few thin slices.

Serve immediately

  • Present all three as a flight and enjoy the variety of flavours side by side. Please drink responsibly.

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Notes

Classic Espresso Martini Recipe (10-oz Glass)

  • 1 ½ oz vodka
  • ½ oz simple syrup
  • ¾ oz Kahlúa (or a coffee liquor)
  • ½ oz Tia Maria
  • 2 ½ oz freshly brewed espresso
Make fresh espresso and let it cool slightly so it doesn't melt the ice too quickly.
Fill a cocktail shaker ¾ full with ice. Add vodka, simple syrup, Kahlúa, Tia Maria, and espresso. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until chilled and frothy.
Strain half the mixture into a coupe. Garnish with three coffee beans. 

 

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