It’s Friday evening. You’re knackered after a long week at work, and in need of a little treat. Sure, there’s wine. Or you could finish off that half-empty tub of ice cream that’s been sitting in the freezer. Both solid choices. But do either of them truly scream ‘indulgence’? 

What you’re really after is something special. Something that’s a little bit fancy, but doesn’t require you to change out of your after-work trackie daks or – god forbid – leave the house. The solution? A cocktail that doubles as dessert, home-delivered.

Cult gelato brand Messina has teamed up with Cocktail Porter to create Messina-themed cocktail kits, which can be delivered right to your door. Each DIY box comes with all the ingredients and instructions required to mix up a bar-quality cocktail at home. You just need a shaker and some ice, and you’ll be kicking back in front of The White Lotus with a swanky drink in hand in no time. 

There are two kits to choose from. The Messina Dulce De Leche Espresso Martini Cocktail Kit offers a sweet twist on the traditional espresso martini – premium vodka combined with coffee liqueur, cold drip coffee and Messina’s famous Dulce De Leche topping. Shake it up to create that classic foamy top, then finish with Messina chocolate hazelnut spread and shaved coconut.

The Messina Choc Hazelnut Martini Cocktail Kit takes the martini and kicks it up a chocolatey notch. It features Messina’s famous choc hazelnut spread, premium vodka, espresso and creamy Baileys. It all comes garnished with crushed Ferrero Rochers.

Both kits are available in two sizes – a small kit that makes 6 cocktails for $80 and a large kit that makes 16 for $145. To order yours, head to cocktailporter.com.au.

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