Heart of Dark Chocolate Martini

Women of a certain age need to contemplate their overall health when considering their beverage choices. This wholesome, nourishing aperitif fits the bill. Recent scientific studies suggest that dark chocolate and one drink of alcohol a day can be quite healthful for ladies over the age of 21, who aren’t pregnant or flying airplanes. The addition of 2% milk to this recipe will help you reach your daily calcium intake goals. Just think, all this health in one lovely drink!

Ingredients, for 2 servings:

1 Cup organic 2% milk
2 Tbls. high quality unsweetened coco powder
2 Tbls. Organic sugar (less or more, to taste. Try less! It tastes quite rich with less sugar.)
2 jiggers of vodka
Ice

Stir milk, coco and sugar in a sauce pan over medium heat, using a whisk to combine.

Remove from heat, and let cool. You can pour mixture into a heat proof measuring cup and set over an ice bath to quicken cooling.

Pour cooled mixture into a Martini shaker filled with ice. Shake, shake, shake. Strain into two Martini glasses.

Drink to your health and good taste. Well done!