Prep Time
15 minutesCook Time
5 minutesTotal Time
20 minutesServings
1 cocktailIngredients
Ingredients
Rich Orange Simple Syrup
- 1 cup (240ml) Florida Orange Juice
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
*makes 9 or 10 1.5-ounce servings of simple syrup
Orange Espresso Martini
- 1½ ounces (45ml) vodka
- 1½ ounces (45ml) freshly brewed espresso, cooled
- 1½ ounces (45ml) rich orange simple syrup
- Ice cubes for shaking
Garnishes
- 1 teaspoon dark chocolate shavings
- ½ teaspoon fresh orange zest
- 3 coffee beans
Instruction
Preparation
- Make the rich orange simple syrup: Add sugar and orange juice to a small pot and heat over medium-high heat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to maintain a simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until sugar is completely dissolved.
- Remove the simple syrup from the heat, transfer to another container, and let cool completely before using in cocktails. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- Prepare the martini: In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, cooled espresso, and orange simple syrup. Dry shake vigorously for 30 seconds without ice.
- Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously again for another 30 seconds to chill and create foam.
- Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings, fresh orange zest, and 3 coffee beans floated on top.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly brewed espresso that has been allowed to cool to room temperature.
- If you prefer a less sweet drink, reduce the sugar in the simple syrup by up to 50%.
- Simple syrup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For an extra smooth cocktail, double-strain through a fine-mesh strainer when pouring into the glass to prevent ice pieces from getting into the drink.
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