Black Sesame Espresso Martini

Ingredients

• 1½ oz vodka
• 1 oz freshly brewed espresso, cooled
• ½ oz coffee liqueur
• ½ oz simple syrup
• 1 tsp unsweetened black sesame pasteshop ↗
• Ice
• Optional: black sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

1. Whisk black sesame paste with espresso and simple syrup until smooth.
2. Add the mixture, vodka, coffee liqueur and ice to a cocktail shaker.
3. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until frothy and very cold.
4. Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass and sprinkle lightly with black sesame seeds.