Sweet and Spicy Dirty Chai Espresso Martini
This cocktail is like a classic espresso martini and the delicious dirty chai latte had a boozy baby! Bold espresso, fragrant chai concentrate, coffee liqueur, and vodka combine into a perfectly sweet and spicy martini that has that quintessential foamy top!
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 262kcal
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker or mason jar with lid
- Cocktail strainer or fine mesh sieve
- Martini or coupe glass
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka (more or less to taste)
- 2 ounces espresso
- 2 ounces chai concentrate
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur
- Star Anise, to garnish
- Chai Spice Blend, to garnish
Instructions
- Add a generous handful of ice to a cocktail shaker or glass mason jar. Add in 2 ounces of vodka, 2 ounces freshly brewed espresso, 2 ounces chai concentrate, and 1 ounce coffee liqueur.
- Put lid on shaker (or on jar) and shake espresso martini for 20 – 30 seconds, or until shaker is very cold and “iced over.”
- Immediately strain into serving glass and top with a star anise and a sprinkle of chai spice blend, if desired.
- Enjoy immediately.
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Notes
- For a sweeter drink you can add ½ ounce (1 tablespoon) simple syrup.
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.2mg