Espresso Martini

Ingredients

• 4 shots espresso
• 10 ounces vodka
• 1/4 cup simple syrup, recipe follows
• 1 tablespoon amaretto
• Ice

Directions

Chill 4 martini glasses.

Combine the espresso, vodka, simple syrup, and amaretto in a martini shaker. Fill the shaker with ice. Shake for about 10 seconds. Divide between the chilled martini glasses. Serve immediately.

Simple Syrup:

• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup sugar

In a saucepan combine water and sugar over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, until the sugar has dissolved. Take the pan off the heat and cool the syrup. Any extra cooled syrup can be saved in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Yield: 1 cup

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes