This week's martini is in honor of a favorite Passover dessert-the famous Chocolate Chip Macaroon.…
How to Make the Perfect Chocolate Martini 3 Different Ways!
I’m mixing up my favorite chocolate martini 3 ways to satisfy the chocolate lover in all of us. These simple recipes only use 2 ingredients each and can be made really quickly. Check out my bonus tips for creating the perfect chocolate garnish.
Happy #ToastingTuesday everyone! With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I wanted to highlight one of my favorite cocktails-the chocolatini.
When I was thinking about this week’s post, I looked back at my archives and realized I had NEVER actually written one about the Chocolatini! Whaat?!!
I started thinking about which chocolatini to highlight. There are just sooo many.
SO MUCH CHOCOLATE.
So I decided to highlight 3 basic chocolatinis this week and next week, I’ll highlight 3 more flavor combinations.
Today, I demo’d the 3 basic Chocolatini recipes on Facebook Live. If you missed it, scroll down to the end of this post for the video.
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Without further adieu, I bring you….
How to Make the Perfect Chocolate Martini 3 Different Ways!
Garnish Tip: Swirl chocolate syrup around the glass or add chocolate chips to the bottom for an extra element of chocolatey goodness.
Chocolate Martini – Method 1 “The Classic Chocolatini”
Ingredients: Chocolate liqueur and plain vodka
I mixed 1.5 oz. chocolate liqueur with .75 oz. of plain vodka
Shake then pour.
This combination creates a nice, clean taste. The chocolate is not overpowering. If you are not a big chocoholic-this is probably the Chocolatini for you!
Chocolate Martini-Method 2 “Vanilla Chocolatini”
Ingredients: Chocolate liqueur and vanilla vodka
I mixed 1.5 oz. chocolate liqueur with .75 oz. of vanilla vodka
Shake then pour.
This flavor combination with the vanilla creates a nice romantic air.
Did you know that the vanilla bean was once considered to be an aphrodisiac by both the Aztecs and the Europeans?
The vanilla is subtle but definitely noticeable. If you prefer more vanilla flavor, you may want to add a splash of vanilla. But overall, this cocktail is light, aromatic, and romantic.
This Vanilla Chocolate Martini #recipe is light, aromatic, and romantic. #chocolatemartiniClick To TweetChocolate Martini-Method 3-“Double Chocolate Chocolatini”
Ingredients: Chocolate liqueur and chocolate vodka
I mixed 1.5 oz. chocolate liqueur with .75 oz. of chocolate vodka
Shake then pour.
If you are a chocolate lover—THIS is the drink for you!
The chocolate vodka definitely gives it a nice extra layer of chocolate. It’s light enough that it doesn’t feel overindulgent, but it’s definitely palpable and satisfying to the chocoholic.
This #recipe for my Double Chocolate Martini is light enough that it doesn’t feel overindulgent, but still very satisfying for the chocoholic.Click To Tweet
How to make the perfect chocolate martini video demo
If you are having trouble seeing this video, click here to watch it in Facebook.
So now I’d love to hear from you–which way do you prefer— Classic Chocolatini, Chocolate Vanilla Martini, or the Double Chocolate Martini? Leave me a comment below.
And always remember to Celebrate the Cocktail of Life!
HI! I’m a Shana, self-proclaimed Media Mixologist, wife, and mom to two little girls. I love to mix up cocktails of crafts, recipes, wellness, family and business with just the right amount of sparkle to help you shine everyday. So, grab a glass, and let’s celebrate the cocktail of life!
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