Black Cat Drink
This black cat drink is a creamy, chocolatey martini made with rum, Irish cream, and crème de cacao. It’s the perfect Halloween rum cocktail.
You may also love my pumpkin patch martini and sour apple martini.
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This Black Cat drink is a creamy chocolate martini made with Irish cream, dark crème de cacao, and black spiced rum. Shake the three ingredients with ice, then strain them into a martini glass for an easy Halloween rum cocktail that’s ready in about five minutes.
There are several cocktails called a Black Cat. This is the smooth, dessert-style version, with chocolate flavor from the crème de cacao and a lightly spiced flavor from the rum.
I love this one for Halloween because it’s so easy to decorate, and then there’s the name, too. You can add chocolate shavings or a rim of black sanding sugar, or leave the glass plain and let the Halloween decorations do the work like I did in these photos.
It looks fantastic in a chilled martini glass, making it a perfect match with other Halloween drinks, Halloween snack mix and caramel popcorn.
How to Make a Black Cat Martini
Fill a cocktail shaker or jar with ice. Pour in the Irish cream liqueur (Bailey’s), crème de cacao, and spiced rum. Shake it well until everything is chilled. Strain the mix into a martini glass, then garnish however you like.
I usually go with chocolate shavings or a rim dipped in black sanding sugar for a little extra Halloween flair. For these photos, I left the garnish off and used plenty of Halloween decorations instead!
Quick Tips
- Chill your glass. Pop the martini glass in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes. It helps keep the drink cold longer.
- Add a garnish. Chocolate curls or even a drizzle of chocolate syrup inside the glass make it look festive.
- Make it sweeter. If you prefer a little more dessert-like flavor, add a splash of Kahlua or Tia Maria.
Can I use regular rum instead of black spiced rum?
Yes, another type of rum will work. It just won’t have the same depth of flavor, but it will still taste great. Vodka is another option if rum isn’t available.
Is this drink strong?
It’s smooth and easy to sip, but don’t let that fool you. Between the rum and liqueurs, it’s moderately strong. Feel free to adjust the amounts so it’s enjoyable and not too stout.
Can I make a batch for a party?
Absolutely. Just multiply the ingredients and shake in batches. Pour into chilled martini glasses right before serving.
How to Store Leftovers
This isn’t a drink I’d store in the fridge since it’s best fresh and cold.
If you need to prep ahead, mix the ingredients without ice and keep them chilled in a sealed container. Shake with ice and strain when you’re ready to serve.
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounce Irish cream liqueur
- 1 ounce dark crème de cacao
- ½ ounce black spiced rum
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Instructions
- Add the Irish cream liqueur, dark crème de cacao, and black spiced rum to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.1 ½ ounce Irish cream liqueur1 ounce dark crème de cacao½ ounce black spiced rum
- Shake well until chilled, and strain into a martini glass.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings if desired, and serve.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cocktail. Actual calories will vary.
- This drink is moderately strong, but you can adjust the ingredients to suit your taste. A splash of heavy cream or half and half not only softens the strength but also adds extra creaminess.