If you want to avoid Kahlua (a coffee liqueur made with coffee, rum, and sugar) in your Espresso Martini, you are at the right place. To make an Espresso Martini without Kahlua, you can use any substitute like Tia Maria or coffee-infused vodka. Add freshly brewed Espresso, vodka, Tia Maria, and honey over ice cubes to make the Espresso Martini without Kahlua.

Here we have included the important measurement units for the ingredients you use in a coffee recipe. Then we presented the detailed recipe of Espresso Martini without Kahlua. We will find different ways to customize it and pair it up with yummy items. Make your own Espresso Martini and enjoy as you like.

Important Measurement Units For Your Ingredients

As the measurement units vary depending on the region or location, you should know the following relations of the units. This might help you figure out the exact amount of the ingredients used in the recipes.

Espresso Martini Recipe Without Kahlua

You may know that Kahlua is a coffee liqueur. It is made with coffee, rum and sugar. But there are many people who do not like Kahlua and its flavor. Still, you can enjoy the Espresso Martini. Here is a simple recipe to make Espresso Martini without Kahlua.

Ingredients

• Chilled Espresso (1 fl oz)
• Vodka (1 fl oz)
• Tia Maria or coffee-infused vodka (1 fl oz)
• Simple syrup or Honey (½ fl oz)
• Ice cubes
• Coffee beans (For garnishing)

Steps To Follow

1. Espresso Martini tastes yummy when it is chilled. So, first of all, chill your glass to make this coffee. Put your glass in the freezer for about 10 to 15 minutes. It will make your glass chilled.
2. Brew strong Espresso in an Espresso machine. Make it about 1 ounce. If you want, check the recipe for Espresso at our website “Coffee Mart Blog”. Then chill this brewed coffee. Take it in a small glass or pot, then place the pot in a bowl of ice for some minutes. It will make your brewed coffee cool down immediately.
3. Take a cocktail shaker and put the mentioned amount of previously brewed Espresso, vodka, Tia Maria, Honey or simple syrup and ice cubes in it. Then be energetic and shake the shaker. Shake for 15 to 20 seconds. By this time your coffee will mix well and get a foamy consistency.
   Here, you can use ready-made Tia Maria. You can buy it from any store. But if you want, you can make it at home.
4. Double-strain this foamy mixture and pour it into your chilled glass. Then garnish with the coffee beans. This is how your Espresso Martini without Kahlua is ready.

Recipe For Tia Maria

You will need:

• 1 cup of coffee beans,
• 2 vanilla beans,
• 1 cup of boiling water,
• 1 cup of sugar and
• 2 cups of rum (Jamaican rum is preferred).

Mix coffee beans and vanilla beans in boiling water. Then pour it into an airtight container for about 24 hours. After this time, take the mixture out and strain it. Then take the liquid and add sugar to it over low heat. Lastly, add rum and chill the mixture. Make sure you add the rum at least 24 hours before serving. This is how your homemade Tia Maria is ready.

Customization Options For Espresso Martini Without Kahlua

You can customize your coffee however you want. It completely depends on your taste buds. Still, we are suggesting some options for customization. Try these and find out which one suits you the best.

• You can use many substitutes for Kahlua. Not only Tia Maria but you can try Baileys, Mr. Black or any other homemade liqueur recipe.
• You can customize the strength of your coffee. This means you can go for Double Espresso for extra bold flavor. On the other hand, you can use other strongly brewed coffee for slightly less strong flavors.
• Customize the sweetness with brown sugar, honey, or other syrups. Here you can use caramel syrup, vanilla essence or hazelnut syrup whichever you like.
• To bring creaminess, you can add any kind of dairy or non-dairy cream.
• If you like spices and coffee combinations, sprinkle cinnamon, cardamom or nutmeg over your coffee.
• You can add chocolate syrup or zest of fresh fruits to add an extra layer of flavor.

Pairing Up Options For Espresso Martini Without Kahlua

You can pair up many yummy items with your Espresso Martini with or without Kahlua. Try these pair-up options if you like.

• Try chocolate brownies, and chocolate truffles alongside your coffee. It compliments the taste well.
• You can try Tiramisu as a pair. It can also be a yummy treat.
• Try cheesecakes with your Espresso Martini. It will give you a full and soothing vibe.
• Blue cheese and crackers can be a savory pair-up option for your Espresso Martini.
• Smoked salmon also compliments the Espresso Martini well.
• Fruit salad or fresh berries like raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries can be a fruity and refreshing pair-up option.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)

Is it possible to make an Espresso Martini without any coffee liqueur?

Yes, you can make an Espresso Martini without any kind of coffee liqueur. You can simply use double the amount of vodka in the recipe. Also, you can use vodka-infused coffee beans. This includes soaking the coffee beans into vodka for 24 to 48 hours.

What to use if not Simple syrup?

You can use brown sugar or honey for your Espresso Martini. Also, some flavored syrups are available like caramel, vanilla or hazelnut. Use these syrups instead of simple syrup.

How to make the Espresso Martini less strong?

You can make your Espresso Martini less strong. For this, reduce the amount of vodka we have mentioned in the recipe. Add more ice so that it can dilute the drink and make it mild. Moreover, you can use milk or cream to reduce the strength.

Conclusion

To sum up we can say that Espresso Martini is a famous and flavorful drink. Usually, it includes Kahlua but you can make Espresso Martini without Kahlua. Now you know the recipe and many ways to customize the recipe. Try your own to find out your best match.
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