White, Dark and Milk Chocolate Martinis

In the spirit of a little indulgence amidst all our spring shape-up resolutions, we’re setting our happy-hour-eyes on the most decadent drink of all: the chocolate martini.

Much like sampling a box of chocolates, it’s all about trying out a few different flavor combos until you find that perfect bite — or, in this case, sip. So, we turned to some creative mixologists to create three versions of the popular cocktail, using dark, milk and white chocolates as their base.

The dark chocolate martini, from Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort in Costa Rica, uses rich creme de cacao for a deep, almost bitter taste — balanced by vanilla vodka, chocolate syrup and Irish cream liqueur.

If it’s creaminess you’re after, get your fix from a hit of white chocolate liqueur in the Hilton Orlando’s Thin Mint Martini, inspired by everyone’s favorite Girl Scout cookie.

Lastly, the classic Chocolatini comes from the mixologist at Peacock Alley, the historic bar in the Waldorf Astoria New York. The secret ingredient to this creamy drink: hot chocolate mix.

Our motto: There’s always room for dessert … cocktails.

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Dark Chocolate Costa Rican Martini

Makes 1

1 oz. vanilla vodka

1 oz. dark creme de cacao

1 oz. Irish cream liqueur

¼ oz. chocolate syrup

½ oz. guaro (such as Cacique Guaro)

Mint leaves, for garnish

In a cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients with ice and shake vigorously. Decorate with mint leaf and chocolate.

Thin Mint Martini

Makes 1

1 oz. chocolate vodka

1 oz. Irish cream liqueur

½ oz. white chocolate liqueur

½ oz. crème de menthe

Mint cookie crumble, for garnish

Shake over ice and strain. Garnish glass with mint cookie crumble.

Chocolatini

Makes 1

1½ oz. chocolate vodka

½ oz. dry curacao

2 oz. hot chocolate mix (not prepared)

Chocolate curls or shavings, for garnish

Add all ingredients to mixing glass and add ice. Shake vigorously and strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with chocolate curls or shavings.

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