Name: Godiva Chocolate Martini
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 1/2 ounces Godiva chocolate liqueur; 1 1/2 ounces creme de cacao; 1/2 ounces vodka; 2 1/2 ounces half-and-half

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Calling all chocolate lovers! Get ready to treat yourself with the Godiva Chocolate Martini. This cocktail combines the rich, velvety flavors of Godiva chocolate liqueur with the smooth sweetness of crème de cacao and a kick of vodka.

It’s the perfect drink for anyone looking to satisfy their sweet tooth and enjoy a sophisticated, grown-up treat at the same time! And it’s a fairly strong drink, despite the sweetness and creaminess.

The Tasting Profile

When you take a sip, you first notice the rich, creamy chocolate flavor and velvety mouthfeel of the drink. The Godiva chocolate liqueur and crème de cacao blend to give the drink deep, luxurious chocolate notes.

You’ll also notice the kick of the vodka and the creamy background from the half-and-half, although they don’t add a noticeable flavor. The half-and-half rounds out all the other flavors, and is what gives the drink that silky feel.

The cocoa powder rim adds a slight bitterness, enhancing the overall chocolate experience. It’s like dessert in a glass!

Key Ingredients

This drink is all about the chocolate and the creaminess!

Godiva Chocolate Liqueur

Made from high-quality cocoa beans blended with a smooth spirit, Godiva chocolate liqueur adds a rich, decadent chocolate flavor to your drink.

Crème de Cacao

This chocolate-flavored liqueur sweetens the deal. It works in harmony with the Godiva liqueur, creating a well-rounded chocolate flavor.

Vodka

Vodka adds just enough kick and dilution to balance out the sweetness and creaminess.

Cocoa Powder

While it doesn’t go into the cocktail itself, cocoa powder is essential for rimming the glass. It enhances the presentation and adds a touch of bitter complexity that complements the sweet flavors.

Half-and-Half

This creamy addition gives the cocktail its luxurious texture.

A Note on Half-and-Half

Half-and-half isn’t available in many parts of the world. It contains about 12% milk fat. The best substitute is to blend equal parts of whole milk and light cream, because this is exactly what half-and-half is. Another option is to mix 3 parts whole milk with 1 part double/heavy cream.

The Chocolate Rims

Adding cocoa powder rims to your martini glasses looks stunning and also enhances the drink’s flavor. Follow that link for a complete tutorial, or:

Prepare Your Glass: Start by wetting the rim of your martini glass with water.
Cocoa Powder Ready: Pour some cocoa powder onto a shallow plate or saucer. It doesn’t take much
Dip and Rotate: Gently dip the rim of the glass into the cocoa powder, rotating it to ensure an even coating. You want to cover all around for maximum effect.
Tap Off Excess: After dipping, tap off any extra cocoa powder so you’re left with a clean, well-coated rim.

Serving Suggestions

This drink makes a wonderful dessert substitute or addition! It’s great served that way at a cocktail party. You can pair it with chocolate-dipped strawberries, truffles, or even a slice of rich chocolate cake.

It’s also perfect for a cozy evening at home, with or without some friends. And you can enjoy it as away to unwind at the end of a long day, or even as a nightcap.

Yield: 1 drink