Chocolate Martini Recipe

Chill glass

Place a martini or coupe glass in the freezer for at least 10 minutes to chill while you prepare the cocktail. Chilled glass keeps the drink cold longer.

Prepare chocolate rim/drizzle

Pour the chocolate syrup onto a small plate. Holding the chilled glass upside down, dip the rim into the syrup to coat as much or as little as you like. You can also put a small amount of syrup inside the glass and use your finger or a spoon to create a decorative drizzle pattern up the sides. Return the glass to the freezer or set aside in a cool place.

Add chocolate shavings

If you prefer, sprinkle a small pinch of chocolate shavings into the bottom of the glass or reserve to sprinkle on top of the finished cocktail.

Combine ingredients

Fill a cocktail shaker with the ice cubes. Add 2 oz vodka, 1 oz chocolate liqueur, 1 oz heavy cream (or half-and-half), and 0.25 oz simple syrup if you like it slightly sweeter.

Shake

Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels very cold and the mixture is well chilled and slightly frothy from the cream.

Strain

Remove the chilled martini glass from the freezer. Using a fine strainer (or the shaker strainer), double-strain the cocktail into the prepared glass to remove ice shards for a silky texture. If you added chocolate shavings to the bottom of the glass earlier, hold back on pouring directly onto them unless you want them to float.

Garnish and finish

Drizzle a small amount of chocolate syrup across the surface of the cocktail or sprinkle grated chocolate/shavings on top. Optionally dust a tiny pinch of cocoa powder over the top. Serve immediately.