Baileys Espresso Martini Recipe

a coupe glass with a coffee and sugar rim filled with a baileys espresso martini. a bowl of coffee beans is in the foreground with additional coffee beans scattered around the scene. another cocktail, a silver moka pot, and a bottle of baileys irish cream are in the background.

5 from 8 votes

An espresso martini with Baileys is a creamier and smoother version of a classic espresso martini. Easy and elegant, the perfect after dinner drink!

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: Cocktail

Calories: 197kcal

Author: Meredith

Ingredients

Coffee-Sugar Rim (Optional)

water
2-3 tablespoon finely ground coffee
2-3 tablespoon granulated sugar

Espresso Martini with Baileys

2 oz espresso, chilled
ice
¾ oz Baileys Irish cream
¾ oz Kahlua coffee liqueur
¾ oz vodka

Instructions

Coffee-Sugar Rim (Optional)

On a small plate (larger than the size of your glass), mix together equal parts finely ground coffee and granulated sugar.
Dip a finger in water and run it around the outside edge of your serving glass.
Gently dip the glass into the coffee and sugar mixture to coat the rim. Set aside.

Espresso Martini with Baileys

Place all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously until cold (approximately 15-20 seconds).
Pour into your serving glass and enjoy!

Notes

*Author Note: I love using decaf espresso when I make this recipe, because I can’t handle the caffeine at night. However, lots of people love that this cocktail can wake them up. Do what works best for you!

*Both the Kahlua and Baileys can be reduced to ½ oz each for a less-boozy cocktail. This will also reduce the sweetness of the cocktail.

*Prefer to make an espresso martini without Kahlua? Just skip this ingredient!

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