A.D.M. (After Dinner Mint)
A decadent warm cocktail perfect for closing out a meal. This recipe blends the crisp coolness of mint and the spiced fruit notes of Southern Comfort with vodka, all balanced by the rich warmth of hot chocolate.
What it tastes like
The drink smells primarily of cool peppermint and dark cocoa. It tastes of sweet stone fruit from the Southern Comfort layered over a rich chocolate base. The texture is thick and creamy, finishing with a lingering menthol chill despite the heat of the liquid.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- White Crème de Menthe0.5 oz
- Southern Comfort0.75 oz
- Vodka0.5 oz
- Hot Chocolate5 oz
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the hot chocolate separately according to preference.
- 2
Combine the White Crème de Menthe, Southern Comfort, and Vodka in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- 3
Shake vigorously to chill and mix the spirits.
- 4
Strain the mixture into an Irish Coffee Glass.
- 5
Fill the remainder of the glass with the prepared hot chocolate and serve immediately.
Substitutions
- Southern ComfortBourbon — This swap reduces the sugar content and adds notes of charred oak and vanilla.
- White Crème de MentheGreen Crème de Menthe — This provides the same flavor profile but gives the drink a distinct dark green hue.
- VodkaPeppermint Schnapps — Replacing the vodka with schnapps intensifies the mint flavor and increases the overall sweetness.
- Hot ChocolateStrong hot coffee — Using coffee instead of cocoa creates a mocha-like profile with significantly more bitterness.
Variations
Peppermint Patty
Add a float of heavy cream and a dusting of cocoa powder to enhance the creamy texture.
Spiced ADM
Replace the vodka with a spiced rum to introduce notes of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg.