Cherry Mint Chocolatini
This Cherry Mint Chocolatini is an invigorating cocktail that harmoniously blends the bright sweetness of cherries with hints of green chartreuse, chocolate, and rum. With a touch of refreshing mint and a hint of citrus, it's a perfect choice for a summer evening.
Cherry Mint Chocolatini
An invigorating cocktail that harmoniously blends the bright sweetness of cherries with hints of green chartreuse, chocolate, and rum. Perfect for a summer evening.
Ingredients
- 6 cherries (pits removed)
- 1 sugar cube
- 4 dashes chocolate bitters
- 1/3 oz green chartreuse
- 6 mint leaves (plus one sprig for garnishing)
- 1/3 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 3/4 oz gold rum (Mount Gay Eclipse used here)
- 1/2 oz club soda
Instructions
- In a shaker, place a sugar cube and soak with chocolate bitters.
- Add 5 cherries and muddle until well dissolved and sugar is incorporated.
- Add green chartreuse, 6 lightly pressed mint leaves, lemon juice, and rum to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker halfway with ice and shake.
- Strain over a glass with crushed ice and top with soda.
- Garnish with an extra mint sprig and cherry.