Chocolate Whiskey Martini Cocktail Recipe
A decadent dessert cocktail that mixes smooth whiskey with rich chocolate liqueur and cream. This indulgent martini is perfect for after-dinner sipping or a special treat when you're craving something sweet and bold.
Equipment
- Martini glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring jigger
- Strainer
- Bar spoon
- Grater or zester (for chocolate garnish)
- Small plate (for rimming glass or chocolate syrup)
Ingredients
- 2 oz whiskey bourbon or Irish whiskey
- 1 oz chocolate liqueur such as Godiva or crème de cacao
- 1 oz half-and-half or heavy cream
- ½ oz Irish cream e.g., Baileys – optional
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 1 tsp chocolate syrup for drizzling or rimming
- Chocolate shavings cocoa powder, or white chocolate curls (for garnish)
- Ice enough to fill the shaker
Instructions
- Chill your martini glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
- Add whiskey, chocolate liqueur, half-and-half, simple syrup, and Irish cream (if using) to a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 20 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy.
- Discard the ice water from your martini glass and swirl chocolate syrup inside the glass or dip the rim as desired.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings, a dusting of cocoa powder, or white chocolate curls.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.