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The completed cinnamon-spiced espresso martini served in the prepared glass on the white marble countertop, ready to savor.

Cinnamon Espresso Martini Recipe

This Cinnamon Espresso Martini blends bold espresso, creamy vodka, and a sweet cinnamon-sugar rim for a perfectly indulgent, spiced cocktail that's ideal for festive evenings or a sophisticated treat!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Beverage, cocktail
Cuisine Fusion
Servings 1
Calories 535 kcal

Equipment

  • Small shallow bowl
  • Martini glass (4 oz)
  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ tablespoon cinnamon
  • 3 oz espresso 90 mL, freshly pulled
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream plus more for dipping the rim
  • ice for shaking
  • 1 ½ oz Smirnoff Original Vodka 45 mL

Instructions
 

Prepare Cinnamon Sugar:

  • Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
    A shallow bowl on a white marble countertop with sugar and cinnamon being mixed together, ready to coat the rim of a martini glass.

Sweeten the Espresso:

  • Add 1 tablespoon of cinnamon sugar to freshly pulled espresso, stir until dissolved, and cool slightly.
    A cup of freshly brewed espresso on the white marble countertop with a spoon of cinnamon sugar being stirred in, creating a sweet and aromatic coffee base.

Prepare the Glass:

  • Dip the rim of a martini glass in heavy cream, then coat it with the remaining cinnamon sugar.
    A martini glass on the white marble countertop with its rim dipped in heavy cream and coated with cinnamon sugar for a decorative finish.

Mix the Cocktail:

  • Add ice to a cocktail shaker. Pour in the espresso mixture, vodka, and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream.
    A cocktail shaker on the white marble countertop filled with ice, as espresso, vodka, and heavy cream are being poured in, ready to mix.

Shake and Strain:

  • Shake the mixture vigorously for 1 minute until chilled. Strain into the prepared martini glass.
    A cocktail shaker being shaken vigorously on the white marble countertop, then strained into the rimmed martini glass, resulting in a smooth and frothy drink.

Serve and Enjoy:

  • Sip this delightful cinnamon-spiced martini for a flavorful twist on a classic!
    The completed cinnamon-spiced espresso martini served in the prepared glass on the white marble countertop, ready to savor.