Chocolate Martini

1 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp cocoa powder
1/4 c chocolate syrup
1 1/2 oz plain or vanilla-flavored vodka
2 1/2 oz light creme de cacao
crushed ice
chocolate shavings, optional

In a small bowl, mix sugar and cocoa powder. Pour chocolate syrup onto a small plate or saucer; dip the rim of a martini glass into the syrup and then the cocoa. Place in freezer to chill.

In a martini shaker, combine vodka, creme de cacao, and 3/4 shaker crushed ice. Shake until a light frost appears on outside of shaker. Strain into chilled martini glass. Garnish with chocolate shavings. Serve immediately.

NOTES
From "Chocolate Astrology" by Joy Nagy.
Untried.