Chocolate Espresso Martini

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons (1 oz.) vodka
• 2 tablespoons 1 oz.) coffee liqueur (such as Kahlúa)
• 1 tablespoon (1/2 oz.) fresh espresso (or strong brewed coffee), at room temperature
• 1 tablespoon (1/2 oz.) caffe espresso liqueur (such as Borghetti di Vero Caffè Espresso)
• 1 tablespoon (1/2 oz.) whole milk
• 1 1/2 tablespoons (3/4 oz.) chocolate syrup, divided
• Chocolate curls, unsweetened cocoa powder, for serving

Steps

1. Spread 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup onto a small plate. Roll the rim of a coupe glass in syrup until evenly coated and set aside.
2. Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, coffee liqueur, fresh espresso, espresso liqueur, milk, and remaining 1/2 tablespoon of chocolate syrup. Cover and shake vigorously until well chilled and frothy, about 30 seconds.
3. Strain through cocktail strainer into prepared coupe glass. Dust lightly with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate curls. Serve immediately.