Description
This Indulgent Christmas Hot Chocolate Martini is the perfect cozy cocktail for chilly winter nights. Combining rich cocoa, smooth vodka, and luscious creamy liqueurs, this festive drink delivers a decadent chocolate experience with a warming hint of cinnamon. Topped with whipped cream, marshmallows, and chocolate shavings, it’s an elegant yet comforting treat ideal for holiday gatherings or a luxurious night in.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 1/4 cup Good Quality Cocoa Powder
- Water or Milk (to prepare the cocoa as desired, approx. 1/2 cup)
Alcohol & Flavorings
- 1 ounce Vodka
- 1 ounce Dark Crème de Cacao
- 1 ounce Irish Cream Liqueur
- 1 ounce Chocolate Liqueur
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Garnishes
- 1/2 cup Whipped Cream
- 1/4 cup Mini Marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons Chocolate Shavings
- Chocolate Sauce for rim
- Rimming Sugar
Instructions
- Chill Glasses: Place the martini glasses in the freezer for about 10 minutes to get them nicely chilled, enhancing the drinking experience.
- Prepare Glass Rims: Drizzle chocolate sauce around the rim of each chilled glass, then carefully dip into rimming sugar to create a sweet, decorative coating.
- Make Hot Chocolate Base: Using the good quality cocoa powder, prepare hot chocolate by mixing with warm water or milk until smooth and rich. Allow this mixture to cool to room temperature before proceeding.
- Mix Cocktail Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the cooled hot chocolate, vodka, dark crème de cacao, Irish cream liqueur, chocolate liqueur, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- Shake with Ice: Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is frosty and well chilled.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the cocktail evenly into the prepared martini glasses, ensuring a smooth pour without ice shards.
- Garnish: Top each martini with a generous dollop of whipped cream, sprinkle mini marshmallows on top, and finish with chocolate shavings for an indulgent presentation.
Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best rich chocolate flavor.
- Allow the hot chocolate to cool to avoid melting the ice prematurely during shaking.
- For a stronger alcohol kick, adjust the vodka or liqueur quantities to taste.
- Rimming sugar can be homemade by mixing granulated sugar with a pinch of cinnamon or cocoa powder.
- This cocktail is best enjoyed immediately for optimal texture and taste.
