Espresso Martini

Ingredients:

• 25ml vodka
• 25ml coffee liqueur (such as Kahlúa)
• 1 shot (25ml) of espresso
• 1 tablespoon caster sugar
• Ice cubes
• Coffee beans for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the sugar syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the caster sugar with 50ml of water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.

2. Chill the martini glasses: Place 2 martini glasses in the refrigerator to chill.

3. Make the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, add a handful of ice cubes, vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso shot, and 1 tablespoon of the cooled sugar syrup.

4. Shake vigorously: Shake the cocktail shaker until the outside feels icy cold.

5. Strain and serve: Strain the cocktail into the chilled martini glasses.

6. Garnish: Optionally, garnish each glass with a few coffee beans for decoration.

7. Enjoy: Sip and enjoy your delicious Espresso Martini cocktail!