A festive coffee cocktail that combines rich espresso with warm gingerbread spices, steamed milk foam, and a touch of vanilla. This indulgent drink captures the cozy flavors of the holidays in an elegant martini-style presentation that’s perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to something special.
MethodEspresso
Prep time8
Coffee18g
Water36ml
Grind sizeFine
Water temp200°F
- Pull a double shot of espresso (18g coffee to 36ml water) and let cool for 2 minutes
- In a small saucepan, gently warm the milk with gingerbread syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and ginger
- Using a milk frother or French press, create thick microfoam from the spiced milk mixture
- Chill a martini glass in the freezer for 2 minutes
- Pour the cooled espresso into the chilled martini glass
- Slowly spoon the spiced milk foam on top, creating the signature macchiato 'mark'
- Top with a small dollop of whipped cream
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick and light dusting of ground cinnamon