Creme Brulee Espresso Martini

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min.
Yield 1 drink
Test Kitchen Approved
You don't have to be a professional bartender or mixologist to whip up this approachable version of the viral creme brulee espresso martini.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons caramel syrup
  • 1 teaspoon toasted marshmallow syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ESPRESSO MARTINI:
  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce brewed espresso, cooled
  • 1/2 ounce coffee liqueur
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup
  • Ice cubes
  • 3 coffee beans, for garnish (optional)
  • CARAMELIZED SUGAR DISK:
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water

Directions

  1. Place a martini glass in the freezer to chill.
  2. In a small jar, combine cream, milk, syrups and vanilla extract. Use a handheld frother to froth ingredients until foamy. Alternatively, seal the jar with a lid; shake vigorously for 1 minute.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur and vanilla syrup. Top with ice; shake until the ingredients are thoroughly chilled and foamy.
  4. Remove the martini glass from the freezer. Dip the rim in cool water; dip in brown sugar to coat. Strain mixture into the martini glass; slowly top with the creme brûlée cold foam. Garnish with coffee beans, if desired. Serve immediately.
  5. Optional step: For a fancy finish, make a caramelized sugar disk to float on top of the drink to serve. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. Combine sugar and water in a small skillet. Cook over high heat (do not stir) until the sugar has melted and caramelized. Carefully pour the mixture onto the parchment paper to form a thin disk. Let cool and harden completely. To use, peel off the parchment paper and float on top of the finished cocktail.

Nutrition Facts

1 drink: 482 calories, 12g fat (8g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 30mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (50g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.

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