Creamy Baileys Martini
This creamy Baileys Martini is the ultimate dessert cocktail. Made with Irish cream, vanilla vodka, and coffee liqueur, it's shaken until frosty and served in a chocolate-swirled glass.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Martini or Coupe Glasses
- Microplane (for chocolate shavings)
Ingredients
For the Glass:
- 1 tbsp Chocolate syrup for swirling
- 1 square Dark chocolate for shaving
The Cocktail:
- 4 oz Baileys Irish Cream
- 2 oz Vanilla Vodka Try Smirnoff or Absolut Vanilla
- 1 oz Coffee Liqueur Kahlúa or similar
- 1 oz Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half optional, for extra froth
- 2 cups Ice cubes fresh, hard ice
Instructions
- Prep the Glasses: Drizzle the chocolate syrup in a swirl pattern inside two martini or coupe glasses. Place the glasses in the freezer for 5 minutes to set the chocolate.
- Combine: In a cocktail shaker, combine the Baileys, vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, and the splash of heavy cream (if using).
- Ice It: Fill the shaker to the very top with ice.
- The "Hard Shake": Shake vigorously for 30 full seconds. The shaker should become painful to hold because it is so cold. This is crucial for aerating the cream.
- Strain: Remove the glasses from the freezer. Strain the cocktail evenly into the two glasses.
- Garnish: Immediately grate fresh dark chocolate over the frothy top layer. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make it Stronger: If you prefer a "hotter" drink, swap the vanilla vodka for a high-quality vodka or even Irish Whiskey.
- The "Flat White" Twist: Add 1 oz of freshly brewed espresso to the shaker for a caffeine kick.
- Storage: You can batch mix the liquors (Baileys, Vodka, Kahlúa) and keep them in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 3 days. Shake with ice just before serving.
- Dairy-Free: Use Baileys Almande and swap the heavy cream for full-fat oat milk.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal
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