Perfect Chocolate Martini

August 25, 2008 by Mansi

chocolate martini

Chocolate Martini – When you are in a mood to indulge in a sophisticated way, this martini is the best you can get! Smooth, luscious and intoxicating, there’s nothing that can go wrong when liqueur and chocolate come together. With a hint of Grand Mariner that truly accentuates the chocolate, this cocktail recipe is perfect for celebrating anniversaries or valentine day. garnish with some more shaved chocolate and you are good to go! Look for the tip to make a virgin chocolate martini instead.

Ingredients
2 oz base spirit (vodka, light rum or brandy)
1/2 oz chocolate liqueur (or grand mariner for a hint of orange)
1/2 oz white creme de cacao
2 tbsp hersheys or godiva chocolate syrup
crushed ice
grated chocolate – for garnish

Method
Mix all the ingredients except the grated chocolate shavings in a cocktail shaker with ice and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with some chocolate shavings and serve chilled.

Delicious and extremely beautiful martini ready in no time. The liqueur and chocolate syrup combined with the cream make it rich and luscious at the same time.

Tip: Omit the liqueur and add whipping cream instead for a Virgin Chocolate Martini

Filed Under: Food, Uncategorized

Comments

sheena says:

August 24, 2008 at 12:12 pm

this looks swell! I love it! thanks for sharing:)

~sheena

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