Coconut Espresso Martini Recipe

As much as we love a classic espresso martini, we also love to mix things up. We're pretty wild like that. This coconut espresso martini recipe is testament to how progressive we are in the cocktail world, and it tastes incredible. 

It's no secret that we think the sweet, tropical flavour of coconut goes great with coffee—it’s why we made our Coconut Coffee Pods—and they both go great with vodka (what doesn't?), making a velvety smooth and toasty sweet coconut espresso martini. 

This recipe is a top tier use of our compostable Coconut Coffee Pods. They're compatible with original style Nespresso® machines and means you don't need to add any extra coconut flavouring. But if you're not a pod person, you can make your coconut espresso martini using a little coconut liqueur or coconut milk. 

Coconut Espresso Martini Ingredients

What you'll need for one serving: 

• 1 x Grind Coconut Coffee Pod or 25ml espresso/freshly-brewed coffee using Grind whole bean or ground coffee
• 20ml vodka
• 20ml coffee liqueur
• Ice
• 12.5ml coconut liqueur or 75ml coconut milk (if not using coconut coffee pods)
• Coconut flakes and coffee beans (for garnish)

How to Make a Coconut Espresso Martini

Our super simple instructions for making this tropical espresso martini at home. 

Step 1

Extract a shot of coconut coffee from your coffee pod machine using our compostable, Nespresso® compatible coconut coffee pods.

Alternatively, brew a 25ml espresso shot using your favourite brewing method and our whole bean or ground coffee.

If you have time, leave to cool. 

Step 2

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add your coconut coffee (or coconut liqueur or coconut milk), vodka, and coffee liqueur. 

Step 3

Shake vigorously until well-chilled. This also gets you that silky foam.

Step 4

Strain into a chilled martini glass.

Step 5

Garnish with a sprinkle of coconut flakes and a few coffee beans to make it look pretty and very impressive. 

What Do I Need to Make a Coconut Espresso Martini at Home?

Ideally, our Coconut Coffee Pods. All Grind coffee pods are 100% home-compostable and filled with speciality-grade coffee. They’re compatible with original style Nespresso® machines, and they’re the perfect match for our very own Grind Coffee Pod Machine—our sleek and powerful Grind Two Machine gets the very best from your pods.

If you’re not a pod person, discover our speciality-grade whole bean and ground coffee and barista-quality brewing tools.

Looking for more of the best coffee recipes? From cold brew espresso martinis to pistachio affogatos, take a look at all Grind recipes.