Kickstart My Heart: Peanut Butter Espresso Martini

Bold espresso, creamy peanut butter, hints of chocolate, and a smooth vodka base. Think dessert meets energy boost, perfect for coffee lovers with a rebellious streak.

🧾 Ingredients (Makes 1 cocktail):

• 1.5 oz vodka (unflavored or peanut butter-flavored, like Skrewball if you want a boozy peanut hit)

• 0.5 oz coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa or Mr Black for a stronger coffee bite)

• 1 oz fresh espresso (hot or cooled — cooled preferred for best shake)

• 0.5 oz peanut butter syrup (see below or use a store-bought version)

• 0.25 oz chocolate liqueur (optional but adds richness)

• Ice (for shaking)

Optional Garnishes:

• Crushed roasted peanuts (rim or sprinkle on top)

• Mini peanut butter cup or espresso bean on a cocktail pick

• Cocoa or espresso powder dusting

🥄 Peanut Butter Syrup (DIY)

You can make this ahead and store in the fridge for up to a week.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter

• 1/4 cup hot water

• 2 tbsp simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water ratio)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl or shaker, mix hot water with peanut butter until smooth.

2. Stir in simple syrup until fully blended.

3. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove solids.

4. Cool before using.

🥂 Instructions (Shaken, not stirred):

1. Prepare your shaker: Add vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, peanut butter syrup, and chocolate liqueur (if using) into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

2. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled and frothy on top.

3. Strain into a chilled martini glass.

4. Garnish as desired: peanut rim, dusting, or mini peanut butter cup.

5. Serve immediately and enjoy that espresso kick + nutty twist!