Can you make an Espresso Martini without alcohol? Yes, yes you can. What about without alcohol alternatives? Also yes. If you’re looking for a mocktail version of the espresso martini this is pretty damn close. Now, I will say, using an alcohol alternative is super fun here… I wanted to make one that doesn’t use them in the event you don’t have any alternative spirits.

The secret ingredient? The coffee syrup. This is your replacement for that coffee liqueur

Equal parts coffee or cold brew concentrate + sugar = on medium heat until sugar dissolves.

Double shot of espresso
3/4 oz coffee syrup
1/4 oz heavy cream
Splash of vanilla extract
Bonus: pinch of sea salt

Add to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake!
Strain into a chilled coupe glass & enjoy!

Xoxo, cheers