Peppermint Candy Cane Espresso Martini

This delightful Peppermint Candy Cane Espresso Martini is a festive and flavorful cocktail perfect for holiday gatherings. With a blend of vodka, Kahlua, fresh brewed espresso, creamy half & half, and a hint of peppermint, this cocktail offers a delicious treat for the senses. The rim of the martini glass is decorated with chocolate syrup and crushed candy canes, adding an extra touch of holiday charm to this delightful drink.

Peppermint Candy Cane Espresso Martini

A festive and flavorful cocktail with vodka, Kahlua, espresso, half & half, and a hint of peppermint, garnished with chocolate syrup and crushed candy canes.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz Kahlua (or coffee liquor)
  • 1.50 oz fresh brewed espresso (cooled, or strong cold brew coffee)
  • 1 oz half & half (use Nutpods or Califia Farms Peppermint Mocha creamer for dairy free)
  • 1/8 tsp peppermint extract
  • Chocolate syrup
  • Crushed candy canes
  • 3 espresso beans

Instructions

  1. Rim a martini glass by dipping it in chocolate syrup and then in the crushed candy canes.
  2. Fill a shaker halfway with ice. Add the vodka, Kahlua, espresso, half & half, and peppermint extract.
  3. Shake well for 60 seconds.
  4. Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
  5. Garnish with 3 espresso beans. Cheers!