Ingredients

1 ounce chopped bittersweet chocolate 

1 teaspoon sugar 

Hot espresso shot (1 1/2 ounces) 

2 ounces chilled vodka 

Ice cubes 

Heavy cream 

Preparation

Combine chocolate and sugar in a cocktail shaker. Pour espresso shot over chocolate mixture; stir until smooth. Add vodka and a few ice cubes. Shake vigorously several times, then strain into a chilled martini glass. Spoon over top a few tablespoons of heavy cream that’s been whipped just until silky and thick; stir with a toothpick to create streaks. Serve immediately.