Whether you’re planning a night in with the girls or enjoying a post-Valentine’s date night a cocktail (or two) will add an air of occasion to the evening.

The beauty of these recipes is that they look fancy but require minimal effort. Simply throw all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker, mix them up, pour, et voilà!

Just don’t hold us responsible for your headache in the morning and always drink responsibly.

MARTINI CHOCOLATE NEGRONI

A MARTINI Chocolate Negroni cocktail is the perfect aperitif to kick off an idyllic evening..

*20 ml MARTINI Riserva Speciale Rubino
*20 ml MARTINI Riserva Speciale Bitter
*25 ml BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Gin
*10 ml Dark Chocolate Liqueur
*5 ml Maple Syrup

For garnish: Top with charred orange and sprinkle with grated chocolate

LA VANILLE GREY GOOSE ESPRESSO MARTINI

A dark twist to a classic cocktail and smooth pick me up, the La Vanille Grey Goose Espresso Martini is an excellent digestif to follow a meal for two. La Vanille compliments the delicate sweetness of the coffee liqueur, which is perfectly balanced with espresso…

*45 ml Grey Goose La Vanille
*30 ml single origin espresso
*20 ml part of coffee liqueur
*Pinch of Fleur De Sel

For garnish: Either 3 coffee beans or cut 1 x fresh vanilla bean in half and with a slit at the base perch onto the rim of the glass.

BOMBAY SAPPHIRE STAR MARTINI

If you’re looking for something a little bolder from your evening, Star of Bombay is made with two extra botanicals and slowly distilled for a more intense flavour. A true star at night – traditionally enjoyed after dark…

*50 ml Star of Bombay
*25ml MARTINI dry vermouth
*Dash of orange bitters

For garnish: Orange zest