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How to make an Espresso Martini

Using Single-Serve Coffee Capsules

By the Lavazza Team 2–3 minutes

Delight in the convenience of this single-serve Espresso Martini recipe! Using coffee capsules such as our Nespresso* Machine compatible capsules offers several benefits:

  • 1. Consistency: Pre-portioned brewed coffee ensures that each cocktail will have consistency of taste, preventing variations that can occur with manual brewing methods.
  • 2. Variety: All our coffee capsule ranges are offered in a variety of intensities and aromas and even available in decaf! Experiment with different blends to find your favorite flavor profile.
  • 3. Convenience: With capsules, there’s no need to grind coffee beans or measure out precise amounts of ground coffee. Simply pop the capsule into your machine, press a button, and you have a perfect shot of espresso ready to go.
  • 4. Freshness: Capsules are sealed to preserve freshness. The coffee inside remains protected from air, light, and moisture until you use it. This freshness translates into a vibrant and aromatic espresso for your cocktail.

This versatile recipe can be modified for whatever single-serve coffee capsules you prefer. Enjoy crafting your cocktail, and cheers!

Ingredients

  • 50ml Espresso (1 Coffee Capsule Brewed on Lungo, we recommend Ristretto)
  • 30ml Vodka
  • 20ml Frangelico or Coffee Liqueur
  • Ice cubes

Optional:

  • Simple Syrup
  • Espresso Beans for Garnish

Equipment

  • Capsule Coffee Machine compatible with your capsules of choice
  • Martini Glass
  • Cocktail Shaker with built in strainer   

Procedure

  1. STEP 1: Fill a Martini glass and a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to chill.
  2. STEP 2: Drain water from the shaker, add the spirits, optional simple syrup, and a freshly brewed espresso.
  3. STEP 3: Shake vigorously.
  4. STEP 4: Remove ice from the Martini glass and pour the cocktail through the strainer into the glass.
  5. STEP 5 (Optional): Garnish with a few coffee beans.
  6. Enjoy your Lavazza Espresso Martini! Tag us on Instagram @lavazzausa
    with #LavazzaCoffee
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Variations

Prefer your Espresso Martini brewed with Expert Capsules? Try our Classy Martini recipe!


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