Inspired by the Waitrose Avocado Easter Egg, the cocktail is made with both white and dark chocolate and natural colouring. It features a rum base and also includes peppermint extract and cream, and a dark chocolate button creates the avocado stone effect – perfect for grown-ups looking to indulge in a playful Easter treat.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED (SERVES 1)
- 30g white chocolate, melted
- 40ml double cream
- 40ml white rum
- A few drops of Cooks’ Ingredients Peppermint Natural Extract
- A few drops of natural green food colouring
TO GARNISH
- 1 x giant chocolate button
- Dark chocolate, melted
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
- Prepare a martini glass by dipping the rim into the melted dark chocolate and chilling it in the fridge until it sets
- Stir all of the ingredients (except the garnishes) together in a cocktail shaker, fill with ice and shake for about 10 seconds until the mixture is well chilled
- Strain the chilled mixture into the chocolate rimmed, chilled martini glass and float the chocolate button on the top, and enjoy