The secret ingredient that makes this drink awesome is an Irish cream liqueur called Coole Swan. A couple of these, and you won't mind shoveling the snow off the driveway!  --As long as you don't need to do it in a straight line.

ALZ ESPRESSO MARTINI

3 oz top shelf vodka, like Chopin

3 oz freshly brewed espresso

1 oz Kahlua

1 oz Coole Swan

Chill your martini glasses. Pour all ingredients into a large cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously. Pour into chilled martini glasses. Makes 2 martinis.