A chocolate basil martini: for romance or just for the chocolate.
February 2007
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Chocolate Basil* Martini Recipe
A Sophisticated Chocolate Cocktail
Sweet basil and chocolate may seem like an unlikely combination. Nothing could be further from the truth. I implore you to try this cocktail and discover what a natural compliment they are to each other. Unlike most chocolate cocktails, this one is not too sweet and if prepared are suggested, has a wonderful, velvety texture. It can be served before dinner but it makes a wonderful after dinner drink, too.
Yields: 2 cocktails.
Ingredients
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4 ounces quality dark chocolate: either hot chocolate pistoles†,
chopped chocolate bar, disks or wafers
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8 ounces water, boiling
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12-16 fresh sweet basil leaves*
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3 ounces top shelf vodka
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Ice cubes
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Sprigs of fresh basil leaves for garnish*
* This recipe also works well with fresh mint.
† This is often sold as “drinking chocolate.”
Directions
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Muddle the basil in a cocktail shaker or pint glass.
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Add the hot chocolate pistoles and boiling water. Stir until the chocolate pistoles have melted and let cool to room temperature.
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Add the vodka and ice. Shake and strain into a chilled martini glasses.
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Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
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You can double, triple or quadruple this recipe and make it in advance if you’re entertaining a large group. Simply make the hot chocolate-basil base in a pitcher or blender and refrigerate until ready to use. Make sure you strain out the basil before serving!
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