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espresso martini hot chocolate

Two of my favorite drinks meshed into one. Can't think of anything more perfect.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Cocktail, Drinks
Servings 1 drink

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 oz vanilla vodka
  • 1 oz espresso
  • 1/2 oz kahlua
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk (or milk of choice)
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • whipped cream and chocolate curls, to garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan, heat the milk and cocoa powder until steaming, then turn off the heat and stir in the chopped chocolate. Warm for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chocolate melts. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In your favorite festive mug, combine the vodka, espresso, Kahlua, and simple syrup. Pour in the hot chocolate and whisk to combine.
  • Top your mug with whipped cream and chocolate curls, and lots of each!
Keyword chocolate, christmas, cocktails, drinks, espresso, espresso martini, hot chocolate, kahlua, vegetarian, vodka, winter