Liputan6.com, Jakarta The world remembers Elizabeth Taylor not only as a beauty icon and legendary Hollywood actress, but also as a pioneer in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Her unwavering dedication to humanitarian causes has left a lasting mark, even after her death in 2011.
Recently, a cocktail called the "Elizabeth Taylor Chocolate Martini" was launched, not only in memory of the star but also as a tangible effort to raise funds for The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF).
Every sale of this cocktail will contribute directly to ETAF's mission, ensuring that the fight against HIV/AIDS continues to receive crucial support.
"Elizabeth Taylor Chocolate Martini": Heritage in a Glass of Drink
To honor Elizabeth Taylor's enduring legacy and continue the fight against HIV/AIDS, Tryst Hospitality, in partnership with The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF), launched "The Elizabeth Taylor Chocolate Martini" in August 13, 2025.
As reported by Gayety, the drink is inspired by the original cocktail created by Elizabeth Taylor and Rock Hudson in 1955 while filming the film "Giant," which they called "Senator John Warner."
This modern version of "The Elizabeth Taylor Chocolate Martini" is made with Tito's Vodka, Kahlua, and chocolate syrup, shaken with ice and served elegantly.
Every cocktail sold will donate $1 directly to support ETAF's mission of achieving an AIDS-free world.
Tryst Hospitality has guaranteed a minimum annual donation to ETAF from each participating venue.
This initiative brings Elizabeth Taylor's philanthropic spirit to community spaces.
"The Elizabeth Taylor Chocolate Martini" is available at various Tryst Hospitality locations, including The Abbey and The Chapel in West Hollywood, Tryst Puerto Vallarta, and soon-to-be-opened locations like Tryst Fire Island and Circo San Juan.
Elizabeth Taylor: Screen Star and Humanitarian
Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor, born in London on February 27, 1932, grew into one of the most stunning and influential actresses in cinema history.
Her unique beauty and ability to portray strong characters made her a household name from her film debut in 1942.
She achieved widespread fame with the 1944 film "National Velvet."
Throughout the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor emerged as one of the most popular stars of classical Hollywood, and by the 1960s, she was the highest-paid actress in the world.
She won two Academy Awards for her outstanding performances in "Butterfield 8" (1960) and "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" (1966), cementing her status as an unrivaled acting talent.
Her personal life, including her eight marriages, was also frequently in the spotlight.
Elizabeth Taylor in HIV/AIDS Activism
At the height of her fame, Elizabeth Taylor demonstrated another, equally monumental side: her dedication to HIV/AIDS activism.
In the early 1980s, when stigma and ignorance surrounded the epidemic, Taylor became one of the first celebrities to speak out for truth and justice.
Her primary motivation came after the death of her friend, actor Rock Hudson, from the disease in 1985.
In the same year, she co-founded the American Foundation for AIDS Research (amfAR), a leading AIDS research organization.
Then, in 1991, she established The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) with a focus on providing direct services to individuals living with HIV.
Taylor actively made public appearances and even testified before the United States Congress to secure Senate support for the Ryan White CARE Act of 1990, a crucial piece of legislation funding HIV/AIDS treatment.
To this day, more than three decades after its founding, ETAF continues to carry on Elizabeth Taylor's noble mission.