This treat will have your guests wow’ed,  refreshing yet decadent and easy to make at home with easy swaps from your liqueur cabinet!

Bar Manager, Simone has created the perfect ”After Eight” cocktail. Enjoy as an aperitif or alongside dessert…

What you’ll need:

• Malibu or Coconut Liqueur
• Dark Rum (white will work too)
• Creme de Cacao or Chocolate Liqueur
• Maple Syrup or Sugar Syrup
• Mint & Chocolate to garnish
• Lime or Yuzu Juice
• Cocktail Shaker & Strainer
• Ice Cubes
• Rocks Glass (any will work)

Method: 

1. Add ice cubes to your chosen glass and place to one side, this will chill the glass ready for your cocktail!
2. Add one scoop of ice to your shaker
3. Add your spirits & liqueurs in half measures (or full if you are making two)
4. Add your lime juice & maple syrup in full measures
5. SHAKE! vigorously until a foam builds up
6. Discard the ice from your waiting glass and add fresh ice cubes
7. Using your cocktail strainer, pour your cocktail into the glass, tapping the shaker to make sure it is all in
8. Garnish with a sprig of mint and chocolate shards
9. ENJOY!