Gingerbread espresso martini
What’s better than an inviting, wintry interpretation of the espresso martini that uses leftover ginger to make a homemade simple syrup? The answer is nothing. Nothing is better. Sure, you can buy simple syrup at the store, but making it and customizing it is fun and easy. So grab your ginger and follow these easy steps to mix up this classic cocktail with just the right amount of spice.
What you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- Ketel One Vodka1oz
- Baileys Original Irish Cream0.5oz
- Brewed Espresso or CoffeeCooled1oz
- Ginger Simple Syrup*0.25oz
- Fresh Ginger to Taste2-4 ½ Inch Slices
- Espresso Beans to Garnish3
- Candy Cane Garnish
*Approximate serving size is 1.3 servings. Please enjoy responsibly.
Method
- Step 1
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Step 2
Shake vigorously, at least 20 seconds, until chilled and frothy, and strain into a martini or cocktail glass.
- Step 3
Top with three espresso beans facing each other and a small candy cane to garnish.
Try this wintry interpretation of the espresso martini using leftover ginger.
In this recipe
Ginger simple syrup
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1 cup freshly peeled & sliced ginger root
Add water, sugar and ginger to a saucepan and heat over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves.
Stirr occasionally to avoid caking.
Strain into a sealable container and store in a cool, dark space.
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