Recipe: Espresso Cocktail

We’re ramping up for a gorgeous weekend and it’s times like these that inspire us to break out the cocktail shaker and amp up our booze. Check out this delicious recipe — a twist on the classic caffe corretto.

Ingredients

• Ice
• 1 1/2 ounces grappa
• 3/4 ounce coffee liqueur, such as Patron XO or Tia Maria
• 1 ounce chilled espresso coffee
• Whipped cream, for garnish (optional)

Directions

Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add the grappa, coffee liqueur and chilled espresso. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds, then strain into a cocktail (martini) glass. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.