Barsys
Cupid’s Whisper
About
The Cupid’s Whisper cocktail is soft, romantic, and deliberately indulgent. This is a dessert-style drink that leans into texture and aroma rather than sharp citrus or brightness. Vodka keeps the base clean and neutral, allowing the richer elements to shine. White crème de cacao brings smooth, creamy chocolate notes without darkness or bitterness, while heavy cream gives the drink its velvety body.
Rose syrup is the quiet star. It adds a floral sweetness that feels elegant rather than perfumed, lifting the chocolate and cream into something lighter and more refined. The result is a pale, misty pink cocktail that feels intimate and slow, meant for sipping rather than rushing. Finished with a dark chocolate-rimmed coupe and a single rose petal, Cupid’s Whisper feels like a private moment poured into a glass.
Shaken or Stirred? Shaken. Shaking fully integrates the cream and liqueur, creating a smooth, unified texture.
What You'll Need
For one Cupid’s Whisper Cocktail:
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz white crème de cacao (clear chocolate liqueur)
- 1 oz heavy cream
- 0.5 oz rose syrup
Glass: Coupe glass
Rim: Dark chocolate
Garnish: Single edible rose petal
Pro Tip: Use a light hand with the rose syrup. It should whisper, not shout.
How to Make It
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Skill Level: Easy
- Rim a coupe glass with melted dark chocolate and set aside to firm slightly.
- Add vodka, white crème de cacao, heavy cream, and rose syrup to a shaker with ice.
- Shake firmly until well chilled and fully combined.
- Strain into the prepared coupe glass.
- Garnish with a single edible rose petal.
Using Barsys Cocktail Maker?
Barsys Coaster 2.0 Cocktail Maker is perfect for Cupid’s Whisper. Load the vodka and white crème de cacao for precise pours, then add cream and rose syrup before shaking. When working with cream and florals, balance is everything.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
Cream-based cocktails can fall apart fast if ratios drift. Barsys keeps the chocolate rich, the rose restrained, and the texture silky every single time.
Sip Setting
Best enjoyed late evening, after dinner, or during quiet Valentine’s moments when the drink becomes part of the mood.
Garnish Game
A single rose petal is intentional and intimate. Skip excess garnish - this drink is about softness and restraint.
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FAQs
What is the Cupid’s Whisper cocktail?
It’s a creamy, floral dessert cocktail made with vodka, white crème de cacao, cream, and rose syrup.
Is this cocktail very sweet?
It’s gently sweet, with balance coming from cream and subtle floral notes rather than sugar.
Does it taste strongly of rose?
No. The rose is delicate and aromatic, not overpowering.
Is this a dessert cocktail?
Yes. It’s rich, smooth, and best enjoyed after a meal.
Can I batch this cocktail?
It’s best made fresh, as cream-based cocktails lose texture when pre-batched.
Is this only for Valentine’s Day?
Not at all - but it definitely shines brightest then.