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The Ultimate S’mores Martini

Serves: 1 generous martini | Prep Time: 10 minutes | Difficulty: Easy | Occasion: Summer parties, date nights, or campfire-themed gatherings

Ingredients

For the Cocktail

• 30 ml (1 oz) chocolate liqueur (Godiva Chocolate Liqueur is excellent; crème de cacao works too)

• 30 ml (1 oz) marshmallow vodka (Smirnoff Fluffed Marshmallow or vanilla vodka as a substitute)

• 30 ml (1 oz) Irish cream (Baileys, Emmets, or Carolans)

• 15 ml (½ oz) heavy cream or half-and-half (optional, for richer texture)

• Ice cubes (about 1 cup for shaking)

For the Rim & Garnish

• 1 tbsp chocolate syrup (plus extra for drizzling)

• 2 tbsp crushed graham crackers (pulse in a food processor or crush in a bag with a rolling pin)

• 1 large marshmallow (toasted; see tips below)

• 1 cocktail pick or skewer (to hold the marshmallow garnish)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare Your Garnishes & Glass

1. Chill your martini glass in the freezer for 10–15 minutes. This keeps your drink extra cold and smooth.

2. On one small plate, pour a thin layer of chocolate syrup. On another plate, spread crushed graham crackers.

3. Remove glass from the freezer. Dip the rim into chocolate syrup, then roll in crushed graham crackers until evenly coated.

2️⃣ Mix the Cocktail

1. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.

2. Add chocolate liqueur, marshmallow vodka, Irish cream, and heavy cream (if using).

3. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until the shaker feels icy cold.

3️⃣ Serve & Garnish

1. Strain the mixture into your prepared martini glass.

2. Optional: drizzle extra chocolate syrup in a spiral inside the glass before pouring for a decorative effect.

3. Toast a marshmallow over a gas flame, campfire, or with a kitchen torch until golden-brown.

4. Skewer the marshmallow on a cocktail pick and rest it across the rim or balance it on top of the glass.

Bartender Tips & Variations

Presentation Upgrades

• Use two-toned drizzle: chocolate syrup and caramel sauce inside the glass for a layered flavor.

• Lightly dust the top with cocoa powder or crushed graham crumbs for a campfire feel.

Flavor Twists

• Mocha S’mores Martini → Replace Irish cream with Kahlúa for a coffee kick.

• Nutty S’mores → Add 15 ml (½ oz) Frangelico (hazelnut liqueur).

• Peppermint S’mores (Winter Edition) → Add a drop of peppermint extract and garnish with crushed candy cane.

Frozen / Milkshake Version

• Blend all cocktail ingredients with ½ cup vanilla ice cream and a handful of ice until thick. Serve in a mason jar with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and crushed graham crackers on top.

Make-Ahead Party Pitcher (6 servings)

• Mix in advance:

  • 180 ml (6 oz) chocolate liqueur

  • 180 ml (6 oz) marshmallow vodka

  • 180 ml (6 oz) Irish cream

  • 90 ml (3 oz) heavy cream

• Store in the fridge in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours. Shake with ice per serving before pouring.

Nutrition (per serving, approx.)

(without heavy cream)

• Calories: ~320 kcal

• Carbs: ~28 g

• Sugar: ~24 g

• Fat: ~5 g

• Alcohol: ~15% ABV