Espresso Martini Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)
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Indulge in the luxurious flavors of an espresso martini without any alcohol. This Espresso Martini Mocktail is a perfect pick-me-up for any time of day, combining the bold flavor of espresso cold brew coffee with a touch of sweetness from homemade coffee syrup and vanilla extract.
Whether you’re hosting brunch, winding down after dinner, or simply craving a sophisticated non-alcoholic treat, this mocktail delivers all the flavor of a classic espresso martini with none of the side effects of the real thing. A delicious espresso martini mocktail is a great choice when you’re looking for an alcohol-free experience that’ll fool your taste buds.
This recipe uses simple ingredients like espresso cold brew coffee, homemade coffee syrup, and pure vanilla extract to replicate the classic flavor profile. Adding heavy cream adds an options for those who love their coffee drinks with cream, while unsweetened cocoa powder brings a hint of bitterness to round out the sweetness.
Ingredients
- Espresso cold brew coffee – Follow these step-by-step instructions to make espresso roast cold brew at home, or use brewed espresso that’s been chilled. If you have an espresso machine at home and want to use fresh espresso,
- Coffee syrup – This 2 ingredient simple syrup is a great replacement for coffee liqueur. Make it yourself in just a few minutes!
- Vanilla extract – Use 100% pure vanilla extract. There aren’t a lot of ingredients in this mocktail, so use the best quality you can.
- Cocoa Powder – Unsweetened cocoa powder add the bitterness needed to balance out the drink.
- Heavy Cream (optional) – If you like cream in your coffee, definitely add the heavy cream into your espresso martini. If you don’t – skip it!
If you love sweet and creamy coffee drinks or desserts like an affogato, definitely add the cream when making this mocktail!
How to Make a Non-Alcoholic Espresso Martini
Combine espresso cold brew, coffee syrup, cream (if using), vanilla extract, and cocoa powder in a cocktail shaker half filled with ice cubes.
Espresso Martini Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)
Ingredients
- 3 oz cold brew coffee
- 1.5 oz coffee syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 oz heavy cream, optional
Instructions
- Combine cold brew coffee, coffee syrup, cream (if using), vanilla extract, and cocoa powder in a cocktail shaker half filled with ice cubes.3 oz cold brew coffee, 1.5 oz coffee syrup, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder, 0.75 oz heavy cream
- Shake for 10 seconds.
- Double strain into a small coupe glass or martini glass.
- Garnish with 3 coffee beans and/or a dusting of cocoa powder.
Notes
Recipe Tips
Whether you’re using cold brew espresso coffee or brewed espresso, be sure your coffee is cold before making your mocktail! If you shake it with hot espresso, too much ice will melt and your drink will be watery.
Using fresh espresso itself isn’t what makes an espresso martini frothy. It’s simply the coffee. Using cold brew coffee won’t eliminate the foam. Not shaking it well will. You MUST shake this mocktail vigorously for a count of 10-15 in order to get that classic espresso martini foam on the top.
Make Your Own Coffee Syrup
My coffee syrup recipe is designed to impart bold coffee flavor and be a liquor-free replacement for Kahula and other coffee liqueurs. It’s made from brewed coffee and sugar, so it’s easy to whip up a batch of homemade syrup. Get my full recipe and instructions over on my Coffee Syrup Recipe page.
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Looking for more non-alcoholic drink recipes that are as delicious as their alcohol-filled counterparts? Try my Blue Lagoon Mocktail with homemade Blue Curaçao Syrup, or a non-alcoholic Moscow mule. A Cinderella mocktail is a refreshing, citrusy drink that’s not just for kids and my Gingerbread mocktail is ideal for those wanting a sweet sip around the holidays.
