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Old Saint Nick’s Chocolate Espresso Martini. A festive martini to celebrate both Christmas and the New Year. Shake up classic espresso martini ingredients of vodka, Kahlúa, and a shot of espresso with a shot of both chocolate and dark chocolate liquor. Each martini is perfectly chocolatey, a touch creamy, and hinted with vanilla. The addition of chocolate and vanilla makes a classic espresso martini that’s just that much more delicious. A wonderful holiday treat to cap off the night. It’s that chocolate on top that really makes this special!
Merry Christmas Eve!! I don’t usually share a Christmas Eve post, but with the holiday falling on a Saturday this season, this felt like the right cocktail (or mocktail), to share with you all.
A sweet, chocolate martini fitting for capping the long night off. I do think Old Saint Nick and even the Griswolds would fully approve of this nightcap.
Details
This could not be more straightforward, quick, and simple. Shake the vodka, Kahlúa, a shot of espresso, a shot of chocolate liquor, a shot of dark chocolate liquor, and a small drop of vanilla up in a cocktail shaker. Make sure to add ice to get a nice chilled martini.
Once shaken, add hot fudge sauce to each martini glass rim, then pour over the martini.
The end result is a sweet martini with just the right amount of espresso, chocolate, hints of vanilla, and a little creaminess too. Oh so GOOD!
The key to a good espresso martini is all in that frothy top. I know it might seem like a hard thing to achieve, but it’s actually very easy. You just need to really shake the drink together with ice for a good minute to create the froth. The harder you shake, the more froth you’ll get.
Alright, that’s all from us for the next couple of days. Have a wonderful Christmas!! Enjoy this special, cozy time, and soak up every minute!
Looking for other easy after-dinner holiday drinks? Here are my favorites:
Whoville’s Spiced Up Christmas Margarita (with mocktail)
Christmas Vacation Dirty Chai Cocktail (with mocktail)
Lastly, if you make Old Saint Nick’s Chocolate Espresso Martini, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Old Saint Nick’s Chocolate Espresso Martini
Servings: 1 martini
Calories Per Serving: 405 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- chocolate sauce, for drizzling (optional)
- 1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) vodka
- 1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) Kahlúa
- 1 ounce espresso
- 1 1/2 ounces chocolate liquor
- 1 ounce dark chocolate liquor
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- shaved chocolate and star anise, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1. If desired, rim your glass with chocolate fudge sauce. 2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, Kahlúa, espresso, chocolate liquor, dark chocolate liquor, and vanilla. Add ice and shake vigorously for 1 minute. Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with shaved chocolate and star anise, if desired.
Old Saint Nick’s Chocolate Espresso Martini Mocktail
Servings: 1 martini
Calories Per Serving: 379 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 3-4 tablespoons chocolate fudge sauce
- 3/4 cup cold milk
- 2 ounces espresso
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- 1. If desired, rim your glass with chocolate fudge sauce.2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the milk, chocolate sauce, espresso, and vanilla. Add ice and shake vigorously for 1 minute. Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with shaved chocolate and star anise, if desired.
Liquor or chocolate liqueur? These bottles can be pricy and I don’t want to purchase the wrong item. Maybe a spell check is needed?
Hi Tieghan!! This recipe looks amazing! I want to make it for an upcoming party. Can I make a bottle of it ahead of time and just put it together quickly as guests arrive? Anything I should omit until ready?
Best,
Ashley
Hi Ashley,
Sure, I don’t see why that wouldn’t work well for you! Please let me know if you have any other questions! Cheers! xx
This is so delicious and the perfect after dinner cocktail! I could only find Godiva white chocolate liqueur, doesn’t really matter IMO.
Hey Stephanie,
Happy Monday!!☃️ Thanks a lot for making this recipe and sharing your review, I love to hear that it was a winner! xx
What kind of espresso do you use? Thanks
I used my espresso pod with the Nespresso machine but you could use instant! Like cafe bustelo or nescafe
Love this, yummy!!! Thank you Tieghan and cheers to you and your family ⛄️🎄🙏❤️!!!
Hey Patti,
Happy Monday!❄️ I am so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it! xx
Might be a silly question—can you do decaf espresso? I’d be up ALL night if not. Thank you for the recipe and Merry Christmas 🎄
Hey Laura,
Totally, that would be just fine for you to do! Let me know how this recipe turns out, I hope you love it! xT
I can’t wait to try this! Can you share your recipe for the chocolate sauce too?
Thanks!!
Hi Alyssa,
I just used store bought chocolate sauce. Please let me know if you have any other questions! Cheers! xT
Love your recipes so much thank you. Regarding the fudge sauce – in the video you show making it with chocolate chips and I believe condensed milk? Did you not use that?
Sure, if you want to make some homemade you can use chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk! Let me know if you have any other questions, I hope you love this recipe! Cheers! xx
🎄Merry Christmas to you and your family Tieghan!🎄
I miss seeing Christmas thru the kids eyes! You and your family enjoy your Christmas with Oslo bc they grow up way too fast! In a blink of an eye! Lol
Thanks so much! Merry Christmas to you as well!! xT
This looks gorgeous!
Happy Christmas and holiday family time to you and yours Teighan! Xx
Thank you so much Kelly-Jane!! Happy Holidays to you! xT
Love your cocktail creativity. Your spicy grapefruit margarita is a staple in my drink rotation since 2015ish.
Chocolate liqueur or liquor? Godiva is a liqueur. I’m sure there’s chocolate vodka – that would be chocolate liquor. Liqueur is usually lower proof and tastes way better than straight liquor.
Hey Thonas,
Thanks for trying so many recipes!! I used the Godiva chocolate liqueur for this martini. Let me know if you give it a try, I hope you love it! Cheers and happy holidays! xT
Which chocolate and dark chocolate liquors do you prefer to use in this recipe?
There are Godiva brand bottles in the pictures but I’d stop in your local liquor store and see what they have.
Hi Sue,
I like to use the Godiva chocolate liquors for this recipe. Please let me know if you have any other questions! Cheers! xT