Big Batch Espresso Martinis

Ingredients

• 1 (750 ml bottle vodka
• 1 cup coffee liqueur
• 4 tablespoons espresso powder
• 2 tablespoons simple syrup
• 1 pinch sea salt
• water , as needed
• ice
• coffee beans for garnish , optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Pour out 1 ¼ cups of the vodka bottle. Reserve poured-out vodka for another use.

3. 3

   Pour 1/2 of the remaining vodka from the bottle into a small saucepan and warm over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes (do not boil). Remove from heat and immediately whisk in the espresso powder until fully dissolved and no lumps remain. Allow the mixture to cool for 5-10 minutes before proceeding.

4. 4

   Add the cooled vodka espresso mixture, coffee liquor, simple syrup, and a pinch of sea salt to the vodka bottle. Cap and shake gently to mix.

5. 5

   Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving. Note: mixture will not fully freeze due to the alcohol content.

6. 6

   To serve, fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add 3 ounces of the mixture. Dilute with ½ ounce water per individual serving. Shake vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds. Strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass. Garnish with 3 coffee beans or a dusting of espresso powder, if desired.