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Last Call
Cold Comfort
The ever-popular espresso martini is having a moment, so why not mix
it up at home? Poughkeepsie’s Mill House Brewing Company elevates the classic with vanilla vodka, Bailey’s Irish Cream, and cinnamon simple syrup for the perfect seasonal sip.
z Mill House Espresso Martini
Serves 2
INGREDIENTS
2 oz. Tito’s vodka
2 oz. vanilla vodka
2 espresso shots (can be
substituted with 2 oz. of
prepared instant espresso) 1 1⁄2 oz. Kahlua
1 oz. Bailey’s Irish Cream
1⁄2 oz. cinnamon simple syrup
(look for Torani)
Espresso beans, for garnish
PREPARATION
Pour all ingredients (except garnish) into a shaker with ice and shake vigorously for at least 20 seconds. Double strain through a shaker strainer and a sieve into two coupe glasses and top each with three espresso beans.
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PHOTO COURTESY OF KIMBERLY GLATZ/MILL HOUSE BREWING COMPANY