A martini is the most popular drink, no matter the variation. This Baileys chocolate martini is thick and creamy and made with Irish cream, vodka, a splash of espresso, and a dash of chocolate. It takes just 2 minutes to make, but it is so delicious you can’t stop drinking.
What is your favorite alcohol? Perhaps it’s age catching up with me, because these days I seem to only like red wine with dinner or an occasional cocktail.
In the past, making cocktails on a daily basis was a part of my job. However, these days I make them occasionally. I do love creating new ones and am always looking for great combinations.
While you can enjoy Baileys Irish Cream on its own, how about doing something more with it? A little bit of vodka, a splash of espresso, and the flavor of chocolate. What else can you ask for? This dessert drink is simple, easy, and very customizable. Add more vodka or Bailey’s, perhaps you want less espresso, or omit something altogether. The drink is still absolutely amazing no matter what changes you make to it.
Ingredients and substitutes
- Baileys Irish cream is a rich and creamy liqueur made with Irish whiskey, condensed milk, fresh cream, coffee, and chocolate. You can use the original or make your own using my recipe. I always make my own homemade Baileys Irish cream. In fact, for this martini, you can even use my Butterscotch flavored Bailey’s Irish Cream recipe.
- Vodka is a clear, distilled alcoholic beverage. Often used in combination with water, tonic water, aerated drinks, or fruit juices.
- Chocolate syrup – You can use any brand. Alternatively, you can also use a chocolate liqueur or 1 tsp of cocoa powder in a pinch.
- Espresso – Any leftover espresso works. And yet, if you don’t have espresso on hand, you can also use instant coffee.
Chocolate martini recipe
- Smear the rim of martini glasses with melted chocolate (optional).
- Place all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Give it a good shake.
- Strain the ice and pour into individual cocktail glasses.
- Enjoy!
Make-ahead chocolate martini
- Prepare the cocktail ahead of time without the ice.
- Leave it in the fridge to chill until ready to use.
- Serve in individual martini glasses chilled without any ice.
Baileys Chocolate Martini
A martini is by far the most popular drink no matter what the variation. This baileys chocolate martini is thick and creamy made with Irish cream, vodka, a splash of espresso and dash of chocolate. It takes just 5 minutes to make, but so delicious you can’t stop drinking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250 ml) Baileys Irish Cream
- ½ cup (120 ml) Vodka
- ½ cup (120 ml) Espresso brewed
- 2 tbsp Chocolate syrup
- Ice cubes
- 2 oz (60 g) Chocolate melted (for garnish) optional
- 4 Cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Baileys Irish Cream
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) Vodka or more
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) Espresso brewed
- 1 tbsp Chocolate syrup
Method
- Smear the martini glasses with melted chocolate (optional).
- Place all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Give it a good mix.
- Drain the ice, and pour into individual cocktail glasses.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Make-ahead chocolate martini
- Prepare the cocktail ahead of time without the ice
- Leave it in the fridge to chill until ready to use
- Serve in individual martini glasses chilled without any ice.
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Hi, I’m Veena
I’m the recipe developer, baker, and food photographer behind Veena Azmanov Kitchen.
I’ve spent years developing and testing recipes, from everyday meals and homemade breads to cakes and desserts.
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