13 Chocolate cocktails you can make in minutes!
Indulge in the decadent world of chocolate cocktails, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while enjoying a night out or a cozy evening at home. Elevate your drinks game with these luxurious concoctions that are not only delicious but also Instagram-worthy. Explore our list of chocolate cocktails and discover your new favorite indulgence.
Chocolate Cocktails: A Sweet Adventure
For the Chocolate Lovers
If you're a fan of all things chocolate, then these cocktails are made just for you. From rich dark chocolate to smooth milk chocolate, there's a drink for every taste preference. Ideal for celebrating special occasions, impressing your friends at a party, or simply treating yourself after a long day.
- Perfect for dessert lovers
- Great for sharing with friends
- Excellent choice for romantic date nights
When to Enjoy Chocolate Cocktails
Chocolate cocktails are versatile and can be enjoyed in various settings. Here are some ideal moments to savor these delicious drinks:
- Holiday celebrations: Add a touch of decadence to your holiday festivities with chocolate cocktails that are sure to impress your guests.
- Date nights: Surprise your significant other with a luxurious chocolate cocktail for a romantic evening.
- Girls' night in: Gather your friends for a cozy night in and enjoy some delicious chocolate-infused drinks.
- Birthday parties: Celebrate your special day with a chocolate cocktail that's as unique and delightful as you are.
So, go ahead and explore our list of mouthwatering chocolate cocktails, and get ready to embark on a sweet and unforgettable journey.
Grasshopper
The Grasshopper cocktail is sweet, creamy, and refreshing with a hint of mint. The combination of chocolate and mint flavors creates a smooth, velvety texture that is both rich and light.
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Ingredients
- Crème de menthe (green): 1 oz(30ml)
- Crème de cacao (white): 1 oz(30ml)
- Heavy cream: 1 oz(30ml)
- Ice: 1 cup
- Mint sprig: 1 (for garnish)
- Chocolate shavings: 1 pinch (for garnish)
Recipe
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add 1 oz of green crème de menthe, 1 oz of white crème de cacao, and 1 oz of heavy cream to the shaker.
- Shake well until chilled and well-mixed.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and a pinch of chocolate shavings.
Chocolate Martini
The Chocolate Martini is rich, creamy, and sweet, with a velvety chocolate flavor and a hint of vanilla. It has a smooth, luxurious mouthfeel and a slightly boozy kick from the vodka.
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Ingredients
- Vodka: 2 oz(60ml)
- Chocolate liqueur: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Crème de cacao: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Half and half: 1 oz(30ml)
- Chocolate syrup: 1 tbsp
- Ice: 1 cup
- Chocolate shavings: 1 tbsp (for garnish)
Recipe
- Prepare the glass: Drizzle the inside of a chilled martini glass with chocolate syrup, creating a decorative pattern. Set aside.
- Mix the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the vodka, chocolate liqueur, crème de cacao, and half and half. Shake well until chilled and combined.
- Strain and serve: Strain the cocktail into the prepared martini glass. Garnish with chocolate shavings on top.
Irish Cream
The Irish Cream cocktail is rich, creamy, and sweet with a hint of chocolate and a warming whiskey finish. It is smooth and velvety on the palate, making it a perfect after-dinner treat.
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Ingredients
- Irish whiskey: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Cream: 1 oz(30ml)
- Chocolate syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Ice: 1 cup
- Whipped cream: 1 dollop
- Chocolate shavings: 1 pinch
Recipe
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the Irish whiskey, cream, and chocolate syrup
- Add ice to the shaker
- Shake well until all ingredients are well combined and chilled
- Strain the mixture into a rocks glass or martini glass filled with ice
- Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings
Peanut Butter Cup
This cocktail is rich, creamy, and indulgent with a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. The peanut butter and chocolate blend harmoniously, creating a velvety smooth texture that coats the palate, while the vodka adds a subtle kick.
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Ingredients
- Vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Chocolate liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
- Peanut butter: 1 tbsp
- Half and half: 1 oz(30ml)
- Ice: 1 cup
- Chocolate syrup: 1 tbsp
- Garnish: Whipped Cream and Mini Peanut Butter Cups
Recipe
- In a blender, combine the vodka, chocolate liqueur, peanut butter, half and half, and ice.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle the inside of a chilled cocktail glass with chocolate syrup.
- Pour the blended mixture into the glass.
- Top with whipped cream and garnish with mini peanut butter cups.
Polar Bear
The Polar Bear is a cocktail with a complex flavor profile. It's strong, with the mezcal providing a smoky base, while the vermouth adds a touch of sweetness. The creme de menthe gives it a refreshing minty taste, and the angelica tincture or celery bitters add a hint of bitterness. It's a cocktail that's both refreshing and warming, perfect for a cold winter's night.
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Ingredients
- Mezcal: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- White vermouth: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Crème de menthe: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Angelica tincture: 6 drops
Recipe
- Pour the mezcal, vermouth, and creme de menthe into a mixing glass filled with ice.
- Stir well until the mixture is well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Add the angelica tincture or celery bitters.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and serve.
Spiked Hot Chocolate
The Spiked Hot Chocolate cocktail is rich, creamy, and sweet with a hint of warmth from the added alcohol. The chocolate and whipped cream create a velvety smooth texture, while the spices and alcohol provide a subtle, warming heat.
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Ingredients
- Milk: 8 oz(240ml)
- Dark chocolate: 2 oz(60ml)
- Spiced rum: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Whipped cream: 1dollop
- Cinnamon: 1pinch
- Nutmeg: 1pinch
- Marshmallows: 5
Recipe
- Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to steam, but not boil.
- Add the dark chocolate to the milk and whisk until fully melted and combined.
- Stir in the spiced rum and continue to heat until warmed through.
- Pour the Spiked Hot Chocolate into a heatproof glass or mug.
- Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Add marshmallows to the top of the whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.
Milky Way Cocktail
The Milky Way Cocktail is sweet and creamy, with a rich chocolate flavor. It has a smooth, velvety texture and a hint of vanilla. The taste is reminiscent of a Milky Way candy bar, making it a delightful treat for the senses.
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Ingredients
- Chocolate liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
- Irish cream: 1 oz(30ml)
- Vanilla vodka: 1 oz(30ml)
- Half and half: 1 oz(30ml)
Recipe
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add the chocolate liqueur, Irish cream, vanilla vodka, and half and half.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
Cricket
The Cricket cocktail offers a creamy, velvety texture with a refreshing minty kick. It's sweet without being cloying, and the chocolate notes provide a rich depth that balances the mint beautifully. The cream adds a luxurious feel, making it a rich and indulgent treat.
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Ingredients
- Chocolate mint liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
- Cream: 1 oz(30ml)
- White creme de cacao: 1 oz(30ml)
Recipe
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Pour in the chocolate mint liqueur, cream, and white creme de cacao.
- Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint or chocolate shavings if desired.
Choclatini
The Choclatini is a sweet, creamy, and rich cocktail with a velvety chocolate flavor complemented by the smooth vanilla notes from the vodka. It's indulgent, with a dessert-like quality that makes it a perfect after-dinner treat.
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Ingredients
- Maraschino cherry: 1
- Absolut vanilla vodka: 2 oz(60ml)
- Godiva chocolate liqueur: 2 oz(60ml)
- Godiva white chocolate liqueur: 2 oz(60ml)
- Whipped cream: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Hershey's chocolate shell: To line
Recipe
- Line a martini glass with Hershey's Chocolate Shell and place it in the freezer to harden.
- In a shaker filled with ice, combine 2 oz of Absolut Vanilla Vodka, 2 oz of Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, and 2 oz of Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled, chocolate-lined martini glass.
- Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry on top.
Bourbon Chocolate Milkshake
This Bourbon Chocolate Milkshake is a rich and creamy delight, with the boldness of bourbon perfectly complementing the sweet, velvety chocolate. It's a harmonious blend of sweet vanilla notes and the warmth of the bourbon that creates a luxurious and indulgent experience.
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Ingredients
- Vanilla ice cream: 1/2 pint
- Chocolate ice cream: 1/2 pint
- Whole chocolate milk: 8 oz(240ml)
- Bourbon: 5 oz(150ml)
- Toasted chopped walnuts: Optional for garnish
Recipe
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, add 1/2 pint of vanilla ice cream, 1/2 pint of chocolate ice cream, 8 ounces of whole chocolate milk, and 5 ounces of bourbon.
- Blend: Blend on high until smooth, typically for a couple of minutes.
- Check Consistency: If the milkshake is too thick, add a little more milk. If it's too thin, add a bit more ice cream and blend again.
- Serve: Pour into a chilled glass and, if desired, garnish with toasted chopped walnuts.
Pago Pago Cocktail
The Pago Pago Cocktail is a delightful mix of flavors. It's sweet from the pineapple and crème de cacao, slightly herbal from the green Chartreuse, and has a refreshing citrus tang from the lime juice. The gold rum provides a smooth, rich base.
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Ingredients
- Gold puerto rican rum: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Fresh pineapple: 1 oz(30ml)
- Fresh lime juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Green chartreuse: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- White crème de cacao: 0.25 oz(8ml)
Recipe
- Muddle the Pineapple: In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh pineapple squares to release their juice.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the fresh lime juice, green Chartreuse, and white crème de cacao to the shaker.
- Add Rum: Pour in the gold Puerto Rican rum.
- Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass. For a smoother drink, double-strain through a fine mesh strainer.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish with a pineapple wedge or lime wheel.
African Flower
The African Flower is a harmonious blend of sweet and bitter, with the warmth of bourbon, the herbal notes of CioCiaro, and the rich chocolate undertone from Crème de Cacao. The orange bitters and twist add a zesty freshness that balances the cocktail, making it complex yet approachable.
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Ingredients
- Bourbon: 2 oz(60ml)
- Ciociaro: 0.375 oz(11ml)
- Crème de cacao: 0.375 oz(11ml)
- Orange bitters: 2ds
- Orange peel: 1twst
Recipe
- Chill your glass in the freezer.
- Combine 2 oz of bourbon, 3/8 oz of CioCiaro, 3/8 oz of Crème de Cacao, and 2 dashes of orange bitters in a mixing glass.
- Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir gently until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled glass over a large ice cube.
- Express the orange peel over the drink to release its oils and then garnish with the twist.
Banana Mudslide
The Banana Mudslide is a sweet, creamy, and indulgent cocktail. It has a velvety texture with distinct notes of banana, chocolate, and a hint of coffee. It's rich and can almost be considered a liquid dessert.
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Ingredients
- Vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Banana liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Irish cream liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Coffee liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Heavy cream: 1 oz(30ml)
- Ripe banana: 1
- Chocolate syrup: 1 tbsp
- Ice cubes: 1 cup
Recipe
- Drizzle chocolate syrup around the inside of a chilled glass.
- In a blender, combine 1.5 oz of vodka, 0.5 oz each of banana liqueur, Irish cream liqueur, and coffee liqueur.
- Add 1 oz of heavy cream and a ripe banana.
- Fill with about a cup of ice cubes.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with a slice of banana and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
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