White chocolate martini

• white chocolate↗20g g

  coarsely grated

• maple syrup↗1 tsp tsp

  or honey

• crème de cacao↗25ml ml

  (or use regular – the white version results in a paler cocktail)

• double cream↗25ml ml
• vanilla bean paste↗¼ tsp tsp
• vodka↗50ml ml
• ice

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Tip the grated chocolate onto a plate. Brush the rim of a martini glass with a little maple syrup or honey, then dip into the chocolate to coat. Chill the glass until needed.

2. 2

   Pour the crème de cacao, cream, vanilla and vodka into a cocktail shaker and add a handful of ice. Shake until the outside of the shaker feels ice-cold. Strain the drink into the prepared glass to serve.