Arguably the most popular cocktail of 2022 (sorry negroni sbagliato!), the espresso martini has risen back to fashion alongside the ’90’s looks of late and couldn’t have come at a better time. After a good two years of early bedtimes and too many nights in at home, most of us needed the extra jolt of caffeine to keep us buzzing through our favorite festivities of the year.

Bar Lis 

We asked the team behind the bar at Bar Lis in Hollywood how they make their version of the coffee and vodka cocktail (one of the best in the city!), and this is what they shared.

How To Make A Perfect Espresso Martini

The Bar Lis team makes their own vanilla syrup in house. You can make your own or pick up a bottle of this organic syrup.

Ingredients:
1.5oz vodka
1oz espresso
.75oz Mr.Black Cold Brew coffee liqueur
.5oz housemade vanilla syrup

Directions:
1. Add all ingredients into a tin with ice. Shake and strain into a coupe and martini glass.
2. Garnish with 3 coffee beans that traditionally represent health, wealth and happiness.

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