Peppermint Espresso Christmas Cocktail (Printable Version)

A festive creamy espresso and peppermint blend with a chocolate candy rim, ideal for holiday drinks.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Martinis

01 - 4 fl oz vodka (plain or vanilla; gluten-free if required)
02 - 2 fl oz coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlua)
03 - 3 fl oz fresh brewed espresso, cooled (or strong cold brew coffee)
04 - 2 fl oz half & half (or dairy-free peppermint mocha creamer)
05 - 0.25 tsp peppermint extract

→ For the Chocolate Peppermint Rims & Garnish

06 - Chocolate syrup (sufficient for rimming glasses)
07 - 2 tbsp crushed candy canes
08 - 6 espresso beans (for garnish)

# Directions:

01 - Pour a thin layer of chocolate syrup onto a small plate. Dip the rims of two martini glasses into the syrup, then immediately dip them into the crushed candy canes to coat. Set glasses aside.
02 - Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add vodka, coffee liqueur, cooled espresso, half & half (or dairy-free creamer), and peppermint extract to the shaker.
03 - Shake vigorously for 60 seconds or until the mixture is well chilled and frothy.
04 - Strain the cocktail evenly into the prepared martini glasses.
05 - Garnish each glass with three espresso beans. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Festive and creamy cocktail
  • Perfect for holiday celebrations
02 -
  • For a mocha twist add 2 teaspoons of chocolate syrup to the shaker along with the other ingredients
  • To make dairy free substitute half & half with a dairy-free creamer such as Nutpods or Califia Farms Peppermint Mocha
03 -
  • Use freshly brewed espresso for best flavor
  • Chill the glasses before preparing for a colder drink
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