My Chocolate Martini recipe uses three simple ingredients: vanilla vodka, Godiva chocolate liqueur, and creme de cacao to make a deliciously balanced vodka martini. Modifications are listed if you wish to make this recipe dairy-free and still have the best homemade chocolate martini without the bar bill or a cab ride home.
There used to be a place I used to go in Queens called Lounge Bartini. Every single drink was served in a martini glass. At the time, it was a hip place to go. And seemingly everyone was having a good time. But like some establishments, they didn’t keep the good vibe up.
No matter. When you know how to make a good drink at home, there is no need to go out. And for what you’ll spend on a single drink, you can just about buy a bottle of decent quality at the local liquor store.
Best of all, when it’s time to go home, you won’t need an Uber either.
Now, if you have a love of chocolate, then here is a drink that might satisfy that need for something chocolatey while also satisfying the something sweet and something that will bring a bit of a buzz. It’s the perfect pick me up or wind down to a long week (or day).
Why a Martini Glass?
Ultimately, you can serve this in pretty much any glass you would like. However, when you order a drink in a martini glass (or margarita glass) you aren’t getting much in the way of product.
A martini glass makes you look very cool and it makes you look like you know what you are ordering. Let me show you how a martini glass compares to a rocks glass in terms of liquid:
Ingredients in a Chocolate Martini
For this recipe I’m using Godiva Liqueur, Vanilla Vodka, and Creme de Cacao. Obviously, this can be altered but serves as a starting point. Should you like something else, by all means try it out.
Could you swap the Godiva Chocolate Liqueur for a different brand? Sure. Could you potentially use Bailey’s instead? I don’t see why not.
The best cocktail is the one that tastes great on your palate. A recipe is just a framework for inspiration. Here are my ingredients for this cocktail:
Tips for Making a Chocolate Martini
- Always use good quality ice
- Be sure to shake this long enough to get the drink chilled. The sides of the shaker are always a good indication.
- You can use the chocolate syrup as decoration in the glass or use it in the drink before shaking it
- If you want to make this dairy free then swap out the Godiva Milk Chocolate Liqueur for Godiva Dark Chocolate Liqueur and double check a vegan friendly list like this for suggestions.
Watch Me Make This (51 Seconds)
How to Make a Chocolate Martini
Step 1 In your martini glass add a chocolate swirl with your chocolate syrup while spinning the glass. Set aside.
Step 2 In a cocktail shaker with ice, add vanilla vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, and Creme de Cacao (can be either)
Step 3 Shake vigorously for 30 seconds until the shaker is ice cold
Step 4 Strain into a martini glass, sip, and enjoy!
A view from the top after I added some chocolate shavings:
And straight on:
I hope you enjoy this Chocolate Martini!
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Chocolate Martini
Ingredients
- ice
- 2 ounces Godiva Chocolate Liqueur
- 1 ounce Vanilla Vodka
- 1 ounce Creme de Cacao
- chocolate syrup or shavings as garnish
Bar Equipment
Instructions
- Fill Shaker with ice
- Pour Chocolate Liqueur, Vanilla Vodka, and creme de cocoa into shaker
- Shake for about 20-30 seconds until shaker is very cold
- In your martini glass, use chocolate syrup to garnish the inside, or use chocolate shavings for the top of your drink (or both). No judgement from me ever.
- Strain your drink and enjoy responsibly.
Video
Notes
- Always use good quality ice
- Be sure to shake this long enough to get the drink chilled. The sides of the shaker are always a good indication.
- You can use the chocolate syrup as decoration in the glass or use it in the drink before shaking it
- If you want to make this dairy free then swap out the Godiva Milk Chocolate Liqueur for Godiva Dark Chocolate Liqueur and double check a vegan friendly list like this for suggestions.
YUM!!! I am sooooo making this! Thanks for all your wonderful reviews and recipes!!! 😀