Cherry Chocolate Love Potion

Description: Indulge in the essence of romance with this Valentine’s Day-inspired cocktail that combines the rich flavors of chocolate vodka and cherry herring liquor with a homemade cherry almond crème shrub. This drink is a delightful balance of sweet and tangy, perfect for setting the mood on a special evening. Ingredients: - 2 oz chocolate vodka - 1 oz cherry herring liquor - 1 oz homemade cherry almond crème shrub - 0.5 oz lemon juice - 1 dash orange bitters - Ice cubes - Lemon twist for garnish Cherry Almond Crème Shrub: - 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted - 1 cup almond milk - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1 cup apple cider vinegar Instructions for Shrub: 1. In a saucepan, combine cherries, almond milk, and sugar. Simmer over medium heat until cherries are soft and sugar is dissolved. 2. Let the mixture cool and then blend until smooth. 3. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids. 4. Stir in the apple cider vinegar and store in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to let the flavors meld. Instructions for Cocktail: 1. In a shaker, combine the chocolate vodka, cherry herring liquor, homemade cherry almond crème shrub, lemon juice, and orange bitters. 2. Add ice cubes and shake until well chilled. 3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Garnish with a lemon twist. Glass: Serve in a coupe glass.