Chocolate Martini is a delicious cocktail that combines the flavors of chocolate and vodka, often with the addition of cream or other liqueurs for richness. Here's a basic recipe for a Chocolate Martini:
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) vodka
- 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) chocolate liqueur (such as creme de cacao)
- 1 ounce (30 ml) cream or half-and-half
- Chocolate syrup or cocoa powder for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- Rim a martini glass with chocolate syrup or cocoa powder by dipping the rim into a shallow dish filled with syrup or powder.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Pour vodka, chocolate liqueur, and cream into the shaker.
- Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well-chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared martini glass.
- Optionally, drizzle additional chocolate syrup on top for decoration.
- Serve and enjoy!
Feel free to adjust the proportions of vodka, chocolate liqueur, and cream to suit your taste preferences. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate liqueur or add a splash of other flavored liqueurs for variation. Cheers!