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Beth Djalali

Cinnamon Espresso Martini

A rich, velvety espresso martini with a warm cinnamon twist — the perfect indulgent pick-me-up for cozy holiday afternoons.
Makes: 2 Cocktails
Prep Time 5 minutes

Ingredients:  

  • 4 oz vodka
  • 2 oz coffee liqueur Kahlúa
  • 2 oz fresh espresso or strong brewed coffee cooled
  • 1 oz cinnamon syrup recipe below
  • Ice
  • 6 coffee beans for garnish
  • Cinnamon sticks for garnish optional

Instructions: 

  • Chill glass: Place a martini or coupe glass in the freezer while you make the drink.
  • Combine ingredients: Add vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and cinnamon syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  • Shake vigorously: Shake hard for 15-20 seconds until well chilled and frothy on top.
  • Strain: Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  • Garnish: Float 3 coffee beans on the foam and add a cinnamon stick if desired.
  • Serve immediately while cold and frothy.

Tips/Notes

Cinnamon Syrup

A warmly spiced simple syrup that elevates cocktails, coffee, and so much more — a holiday kitchen essential.

Ingredients

Makes: About 1 cup Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4-5 cinnamon sticks
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for stronger flavor)

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients: In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks over medium heat.
  2. Dissolve sugar: Stir until sugar is completely dissolved, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Simmer: Bring to a gentle simmer (not a rolling boil). Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes to infuse the cinnamon flavor.
  4. Cool: Remove from heat and let cool completely with cinnamon sticks still in the syrup (this intensifies the flavor).
  5. Strain: Remove cinnamon sticks. Transfer syrup to a clean glass jar or bottle.
  6. Store: Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
✨ Beth's Tip: Make a double batch! Cinnamon syrup is amazing in coffee, lattes, hot chocolate, and drizzled over pancakes or oatmeal. It's a holiday kitchen essential.

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