Amaretto Espresso Martini

This amaretto espresso martini is a delicious and sophisticated cocktail. It combines the rich flavor of espresso with the sweet almond flavor of amaretto liqueur.

A classic espresso martini is made with espresso, vodka, and a sweetener like simple syrup or coffee liqeuer. It’s a popular cocktail often served as an after-dinner drink or pick-me-up. This amaretto espresso martini uses sweet amaretto liqueur which is a beautiful combination with coffee.

Amaretto is a sweet, almond-flavored liqueur that originated in Italy. The name “amaretto” means “a little bitter” in Italian, referring to the slight bitterness from the almond flavor. It is made from a base of apricot pits, almonds, and other flavorings such as vanilla and sometimes caramel.

For another almond-inspired recipe, check out this amaretto stone sour.

Ingredients

Find the ingredient amounts for this amarettto espresso martini written in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. Here is a rundown of what you will need.

Equipment

• A cocktail shaker or a tall jar with a lid + a strainer
• Coupe glass or martini glass

Instructions

When serving a martini, be sure to chill the martini glass. Fill the martini glass with ice while you make up the cocktail.

Once the cocktail is ready, tip the ice from the glass and pour in the martini. A refreshing cold martini is lovely in the hot summer months.

Variations

• Add a little half-and-half or heavy cream. This makes it similar to an espresso White Russian, but with amaretto it becomes a Blushin Russian. A little bit of cream adds depth and richness.
• Swap the vodka for gin
• Instead of simple syrup, add 1/2 an oz of Kahlua coffee liqueur.

More cocktail recipes

For more delicious cocktails, try these recipes

• Lavender martini
• Bourbon old fashioned
• Blueberry gin sour

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