Chocolate Rum Delight Cocktail Recipe
A creamy, indulgent dessert cocktail that mixes rich chocolate liqueur, smooth dark rum, and Irish cream with a splash of milk or cream. Perfect for after-dinner sipping or festive celebrations, it’s sweet, balanced, and easy to shake up at home.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring spoons
- Old fashioned glass
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Microplane or grater (optional)
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 1½ oz dark rum or spiced rum for bolder flavor
- 1 oz chocolate rum or chocolate liqueur e.g., crème de cacao or Godiva
- 1 oz Irish cream e.g., Baileys
- ½ oz simple syrup or honey
- 1 oz milk or heavy cream
- Ice cubes for shaking and serving
- 1 tbsp chocolate syrup to drizzle inside the glass
Optional Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Cocoa powder or cinnamon
- Chocolate shavings
- Salted caramel drizzle
Optional Add-ins:
- ¼ oz coffee liqueur or a splash of espresso for mocha flavor
Instructions
- Drizzle chocolate syrup inside your old-fashioned glass for flair and flavor.
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add dark rum, chocolate liqueur, Irish cream, simple syrup (or honey), and milk or cream.
- Optional: Add coffee liqueur or espresso if desired.
- Shake well (about 15 seconds) until chilled and slightly frothy.
- Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, cinnamon, or caramel drizzle.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!