Go Back
–+ servings
A creamy Eggnog Espresso Martini in a ribbed coupe glass, topped with two coffee beans and a dusting of cocoa powder, set on a light beige surface with a soft, blurred background.

Eggnog Espresso Martini

Elien Lewis
The eggnog espresso martini is a perfect blend of espresso, smooth vodka, and creamy eggnog.
5 from 1 vote
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktails
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 248 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 ½ oz vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz espresso freshly pulled
  • 2 oz eggnog homemade or store-bought
  • Ice
  • Grated nutmeg or ground cinnamon for garnish
  • Coffee beans for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Brew a shot of espresso.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and eggnog.
  • Shake hard for 30 seconds until well chilled.
  • Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
  • Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg or a pinch of cinnamon and three coffee beans.

Notes

  • Use freshly brewed espresso, hot and straight from the machine. The crema is what gives you whatever froth this drink has, and the ice in the shaker chills it down. If you don't have an espresso machine, a moka pot is the next best thing. Brewed coffee will work but the cocktail will taste weaker, so brew it as strong as you can. 
  • This cocktail will have less foam than a classic espresso martini. The fat in the eggnog suppresses foam formation, so a light froth on top is completely normal.
  • Homemade or store-bought eggnog both work well. If yours is on the sweeter side, reduce the coffee liqueur slightly.
  • For a dairy-free version, use a dairy-free eggnog.
  • Chill your glass in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 37mgPotassium: 127mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 117IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword Eggnog, espresso, martini
Tried this recipe?Let me know how it was!