Talisker Hot Chocolate Cocktail
The Talisker Hot Chocolate cocktail is a rich drink that mingles assertive flavour with sweetness. With its smoky depth and peppery finish, amaro adds bitter complexity, while hazelnut liqueur adds nutty roundness and mellow sweetness. Poured into a base of thick, velvety hot chocolate, the result is a drink with layers of peat, spice and cocoa that gradually develop.
Ingredients
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- 15mL Talisker Single Malt 10 Year Old (or any single malt whisky of choice)
- 10mL Amaro
- 5mL hazelnut liqueur
- 100mL rich hot chocolate (freshly made)
- 5mL cinnamon syrup
- for topping Whipped cream
- for garnish Marshmallows
Method
- Step 1
In a mixing glass, whisk together the single malt, amaro, hazelnut liqueur and cinnamon syrup to combine the flavours.
- Step 2
Heat your hot chocolate separately until it is thick and smooth but not boiling.
- Step 3
Pour the mixture into a heatproof cup or glass, then top with the hot chocolate. Stir gently again.
- Step 4
Add a swirl of whipped cream and a couple of toasted marshmallows on top for texture and flair.
Tips & Suggestions
Preparation Tip 1
Use a dark, bittersweet chocolate base for the hot chocolate; a light variant would soften the single malt’s smoky flavour and make the beverage too sweet.
Preparation Tip 2
Do not omit the cinnamon syrup—it serves as a vital link between earthy whisky and sweet hazelnut, chocolate flavours.
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