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Chocolate Cardamom Espresso Martini

Name: Chocolate Cardamom Espresso Martini | Recipes by Coffee | Thermador
Ingredients: 2 ounces vodka; 2 ounces Godiva chocolate liquor; 3 ounces espresso; 1 cup water; 1/4 cup whole cardamom; 2 cups granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (to rim the edge of martini glass); 1/3 bar of your favorite coffee chocolate (garnish); 2 pirouette pastries (optional garnish)

Elevate your after-dinner hour with a Chocolate Cardamom Espresso Martini a silky, sophisticated cocktail that pairs bold espresso and bittersweet chocolate with the warm, floral spice of cardamom. Shaken over ice until frothy and chilled, it’s the perfect balance of rich indulgence and bright coffee bite, finished with a dusting of cocoa or a few espresso beans for a dramatic touch. Easy to make yet striking to serve, this drink is ideal for cozy nights in or for impressing guests after a special meal.

Ingredients

2 servings:

2 ounces vodka

2 ounces Godiva chocolate liquor

3 ounces espresso

1 cup water

1/4 cup whole cardamom

2 cups granulated sugar

2 tablespoons cocoa powder (to rim the edge of martini glass)

1/3 bar of your favorite coffee chocolate (garnish)

2 pirouette pastries (optional garnish)

Instructions

Step 1

For the cardamom simple syrup, place a pot on cooktop, add water, whole cardamom, and sugar. Turn Liberty Induction to PowerBoost and bring to a boil. Once at a boil place at level 7 for 15 minutes. Strain liquid into a separate container and allow syrup to come to room temperature for at least 15 minutes. Place simple syrup inside refrigerator and activate Super Cool Function. Keep in the refrigerator until completely cooled down.