Tequila Espresso Martini

Name: Tequila Espresso Martini
Yield: Makes 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 1 fl oz (30 ml) freshly brewed medium or dark roast espresso (about 1 shot), chilled; 1 fl oz (30 ml) coffee liqueur, such as Kahlúa; 3 whole coffee beans, for garnish; 1 fl oz (30 ml) tequila blanco

Preparation info

Makes
1
cocktail

Difficulty
Easy

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By Williams Sonoma

Published 2023

About

Here in the Test Kitchen, we have an affinity for tequila, so swapping out the vodka for tequila in a classic espresso martini felt like a no-brainer. Make sure to shake the cocktail well and use freshly brewed espresso to create the iconic crema on top of the drink.

Ingredients

1 fl oz (30 ml) coffee liqueur, such as Kahlúa
1 fl oz (

Drinks
Vegan
Gluten-free

Method

In a cocktail shaker, combine the coffee liqueur, espresso, and tequila, then add a handful of ice. Cover and shake vigorously until chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with the coffee beans and serve immediately.