Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Chill the Glass: Place a martini glass in the freezer for at least 15-20 minutes to ensure the drink stays cold.
- Prepare the Rim: In a small bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until completely smooth and spreadable. Spread the mixture onto a small plate. On a second plate, sprinkle the red sanding sugar or chocolate shavings.
- Rim the Glass: Gently dip the rim of the chilled martini glass into the cream cheese frosting, then immediately dip it into the sanding sugar to coat it evenly. Set the prepared glass aside.
- Combine Ingredients: Fill a cocktail shaker two-thirds full with ice. Add the vanilla vodka, white crème de cacao, buttermilk, half-and-half, simple syrup, and red food coloring.
- Shake Well: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds. The outside of the shaker should become frosty and ice-cold, which indicates the cocktail is perfectly chilled and aerated.
- Strain and Serve: Immediately strain the cocktail into the prepared, rimmed martini glass. Garnish with an extra sprinkle of chocolate shavings if desired and serve right away.
Notes
Expert Tips: For the best texture, ensure all liquid ingredients are chilled before mixing. Use full-fat dairy for the richest result. The tang from the buttermilk is essential for the authentic red velvet flavor.
Substitutions: Use plain vodka with 1/4 tsp vanilla extract if you don't have vanilla vodka. Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur can replace crème de cacao. To make buttermilk, add 1 tsp lemon juice to 1/4 cup of milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. For a dairy-free version, use full-fat oat milk and dairy-free cream cheese.
Variations: For a 'White Chocolate Red Velvet', use white chocolate liqueur. For a 'Raspberry Red Velvet', muddle 2-3 raspberries in the shaker before adding other ingredients. For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark crème de cacao instead of white.
Substitutions: Use plain vodka with 1/4 tsp vanilla extract if you don't have vanilla vodka. Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur can replace crème de cacao. To make buttermilk, add 1 tsp lemon juice to 1/4 cup of milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. For a dairy-free version, use full-fat oat milk and dairy-free cream cheese.
Variations: For a 'White Chocolate Red Velvet', use white chocolate liqueur. For a 'Raspberry Red Velvet', muddle 2-3 raspberries in the shaker before adding other ingredients. For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark crème de cacao instead of white.