Description

This Red Velvet Martini is a creamy and indulgent holiday cocktail combining vanilla vodka, Irish cream, chocolate liqueur, and heavy cream with a signature red velvet flair. Perfect for festive celebrations, this cocktail features a rim of crushed red velvet cake crumbs or red sanding sugar and optional garnishes of whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an elegant presentation.

Ingredients

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For the Cocktail

2 oz Vanilla Vodka (substitute with plain vodka if needed)
1 oz Irish Cream Liqueur (Baileys recommended)
1 oz Chocolate Liqueur (opt for dark chocolate liqueur for an indulgent twist)
1 oz Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half (choose based on creamy preference or calorie goals)
3–4 drops Red Food Coloring (for signature red velvet color)

For the Rim

1 tbsp Crushed Red Velvet Cake Crumbs or Red Sanding Sugar (creates flavor and texture on the glass rim)

Optional Garnishes

1 tbsp Whipped Cream (adds creaminess and decorative flair)
To taste Chocolate Shavings or Small Red Velvet Cake Piece (for enhanced presentation)

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Instructions

Prepare the Glass: Dip the rim of a chilled martini glass into simple syrup, then roll it in crushed red velvet cake crumbs or red sanding sugar to create a flavorful and decorative rim.
Mix Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker filled halfway with ice, combine the vanilla vodka, Irish cream liqueur, chocolate liqueur, heavy cream or half-and-half, and a few drops of red food coloring to achieve the red velvet hue.
Shake: Shake the mixture vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the shaker feels icy cold, ensuring all ingredients are well combined and chilled.
Decorate Glass (optional): Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the martini glass to add an extra layer of chocolate flavor and visual appeal before pouring in the cocktail.
Strain Mixture: Carefully strain the mixed cocktail into the prepared glass, avoiding disturbing the decorated rim.
Garnish: Top the cocktail with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle chocolate shavings or place a small piece of red velvet cake on top to elevate presentation and flavor.
Serve: Present the cocktail immediately to your guests or enjoy it yourself for a special celebratory treat.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; avoid leaving your Red Velvet Martini at room temperature for more than 2 hours to maintain optimal taste and texture.
Feel free to experiment with different chocolate liqueurs or cream options to suit your preferences.
If you don’t have red velvet cake crumbs, red sanding sugar alone works well for the rim garnish.
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