Espresso-Infused Dark Chocolate Martini

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A decadent martini marrying rich espresso with bittersweet dark chocolate liqueur and smooth vodka for an indulgent after-dinner treat. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, dark chocolate liqueur, freshly brewed espresso (cooled) for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Drinks cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz dark chocolate liqueur, 1 oz cooled freshly brewed espresso, 1/2 oz coffee liqueur, and 1/4 oz simple syrup into the shaker.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker exterior feels frosty cold.
  3. Step 3: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled martini glass to ensure smooth texture.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with 3 dark chocolate shavings carefully placed on the surface of the drink.

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