A Festive Blend of Hot Chocolate, Vodka, and Seasonal Cheer
‘Tis the season to eat, drink, and be merry! What better way to spread holiday cheer than with this Hot Chocolate Martini… or shall I call it a NOT-So Hot Chocolate Martini! This festive cocktail combines the cozy comfort of hot chocolate with vodka, creamy liqueurs, and plenty of holiday cheer. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or unwinding with a cozy nightcap, this martini is the perfect choice! Grab your cocktail shaker and martini glasses (don’t forget the candy cane rim!), and get ready to enjoy a very merry holiday sip.
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Not-So Hot Chocolate Martini
Ingredients
- 1 ½ oz. vodka
- ¾ oz. Bailey's Irish Cream
- ¾ oz. Crème de Cacao
- 1 ½ oz. hot chocolate, prepared and cooled
- chocolate syrup, for garnish
- crushed Peppermint Candy Canes, for garnish
Instructions
- Add vodka, Bailey's Irish Cream, Crème de Cacao & hot chocolate in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake until chilled.
- Garnish the rim of the martini glass using chocolate syrup and crushed peppermint.
- Pour into prepared martini glass. Serve immediately.
Notes
- I highly recommend using the Williams Sonoma Hot Chocolate, but your hot chocolate of choice will also work!
- For the rim you can purchase pre-crushed peppermint candy canes or crush regular candy canes yourself.
- You can garnish the entire rim, but I also love the aesthetic and functionality of a half rim.
- Adjust the ingredients to your personal taste.
- Pair with a fabulous holiday cocktail napkin!
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