Candy Cane Espresso Martini

Name: Candy Cane Espresso Martini
Ingredients: 1½ oz Firehouse Spirits Coffee Liqueur; 1½ oz Fresh espresso (chilled); ½ oz Candy cane syrup; Simple Syrup (to rim); Crushed candy cane (to rim); 3 espresso beans (for garnish)

A holiday twist on the classic pick-me-up. Fresh espresso and coffee liqueur bring bold, rich flavor, while candy cane syrup adds a cool peppermint snap. Poured into a crushed-candy-rimmed coupe, it’s equal parts festive and sophisticated. Finished with three espresso beans, it’s the perfect sip for anyone feeling holiday-bright and caffeine-powered.

Type

Spirit

Keyword

Equipment

Coupe
Shaker
Hawthorne Strainer
Jigger

Ingredients

1½ oz Firehouse Spirits Coffee Liqueur
1½ oz Fresh espresso (chilled)
½ oz Candy cane syrup
Simple Syrup (to rim)
Crushed candy cane (to rim)
3 espresso beans (for garnish)

Steps

Pour simple syrup onto a plate, and crushed candy canes onto another.
Rim a coupe glass with simple syrup, then dip it into crushed candy cane. Set aside.
Add Coffee Liqueur, espresso, and candy cane syrup to a shaker
Add ice and shake for 10–15 seconds.
Strain into the rimmed coupe glass
Garnish with 3 coffee beans and enjoy.