CHOCOLATE MARTINI
The Chocolate Martini: A 1990s Dessert Indulgence
The Chocolate Martini emerged during the 1990s as part of the flavored martini craze that produced numerous dessert-style vodka cocktails.
While no single creator is definitively credited, the drink became popular in mainstream bars alongside the Appletini and other sweet martini variations, according to Liquor.com. The cocktail typically combines vodka with chocolate liqueur (such as Godiva) and sometimes white or dark crème de cacao. This formula creates a rich, sweet drink that tastes like liquid chocolate, as noted in Difford's Guide.
The Chocolate Martini gained popularity as a dessert alternative, particularly appealing to those who wanted something sweet without traditional martini's dry, spirit-forward character. The drink became a staple in chain restaurants and casual dining establishments during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
RECIPE:
2 oz vodka
1.5 oz chocolate liqueur (Godiva or similar)
1/2 oz crème de cacao (optional)
Chocolate shavings or syrup for garnish
Method:
Add vodka, chocolate liqueur, and crème de cacao (if using) to a shaker with ice.
Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with chocolate shavings or drizzle chocolate syrup inside the glass.