Mochelia

Make the simple syrup

1. In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and split vanilla bean and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderate heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes. Let cool, then strain the syrup into a bottle or tightly covered glass jar and refrigerate for up to a month.

Make the cocktail

1. In a mixing glass, combine the vodka, liqueur, and 1 teaspoon of the Vanilla Simple Syrup (reserve the rest for another use); fill with ice and stir well. Strain into a chilled coupe. Shake the cream vigorously in a cocktail shaker until softly whipped. Spoon the cream over the drink and garnish with the cocoa powder.