One of the most important ingredients in this is the chocolate ganache. I keep chocolate ganache in my fridge at all times because there is always some chocolate emergency that needs ganache.
The first time I succumbed to my craving for a chocolate mint martini, I slathered my martini glass with a thick layer of ganache and enjoyed it with a spoon. Even this self-proclaimed chocoholic realized that I’d gone overboard and scaled it back a bit on my next attempt. If you don’t have ganache you could substitute a commercial brand of hot fudge. But really, it’s so easy to make homemade ganache, and it’s so much tastier than the overly-sweet-fudge. I promise you that you’ll thank me the first time you make ganache.
Some people are purists and only want alcohol in their martinis, but I like putting milk in it. I like the flavor and the kick, but I don’t want to get drunk. You can use whole milk or even half & half for a richer drink, but I think the 2% milk gives a nice balance of creaminess with a lower fat and calorie content. (And before you ask, no… I haven’t had this analyzed for calories and fat. Frankly, I don’t want to know!)
1 oz. Vanilla Vodka
1 oz. Bailey’s Irish Cream
1/2 oz. Creme de Menthe Liqueur
1/2 oz. Creme de Chocolate Liqueur
2 oz. milk or cream
Put martini glass upside down in warm ganache (click here for recipe) until the rim is coated. Add a dollop of ganache in the bottom of the glass Put glass in the freezer until the chocolate is set on the rim. Meanwhile, fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add all liquid ingredients and shake until icy. Pour into martini glass and enjoy immediately.
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