Start by adding a festive touch to your martini glass! Optionally, rim the glass with crushed peppermint candy.

In a cocktail shaker, add 1½ ounces of freshly brewed hot espresso, 1½ ounces of coffee liqueur, a ½ teaspoon of cacao powder, and ¼ teaspoon of peppermint extract. Fill with ice.

Seal the cocktail shaker tightly and shake it vigorously for about 15 seconds until the shaker gets cold to the touch.

Once well-shaken, use a strainer to pour the cocktail mixture into the glass.

Garnish your Peppermint Mocha Espresso Martini with a dusting of cacao powder, chopped chocolate, or three coffee beans.