This Peppermint Cocktail is a festive and delicious holiday cocktail. It's made using a combination of vodka, peppermint schnapps, half and half, and a crushed candy cane for garnish. This easy-to-make cocktail is sure to be a hit at your next holiday party!
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- This recipe is sure to please the adults at your holiday gathering.
- The creamy, minty taste of the vodka and schnapps is balanced out with a little sweetness from the half-and-half, making this cocktail both enjoyable and easy to drink.
- Plus, it looks amazing with its festive garnish!
Ingredients
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- half and half
- peppermint schnapps
- vodka
Glass Rim
- marshmallow cream
- candy canes, crushed
Equipment
- plate
- cocktail glasses
- cocktail shaker
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
Decorate the Glass
- Place marshmallow cream onto a plate.
- Rotate the glass into the cream until all of the rim on the glass is covered.
- Sprinkle the crushed candy cane onto the marshmallow cream-covered rim. It may help to press some of the bigger pieces down to help it stick better.
Peppermint Cocktail
- In a cocktail shaker, pour in the half and half, schnapps, and vodka over ice and shake well.
- Strain into the rimmed glass.
- Garnish with a mini candy cane.
- Serve and enjoy!
How to store, reheat, and freeze
- This holiday cocktail is best served right ahead. However, if you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container or glass jar and drink within 1-2 days.
Expert Tips
Expert Tip: For the best results with your decorative touches on this Peppermint Cocktail, chop the candy canes up into small pieces, but not a fine powder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Vanilla and chocolate go really well with peppermint. You can also mix it with other liqueurs like rum, whiskey, and tequila.
I like to use long-stem wine glasses, but you could also use martini glasses or any other long-stem cocktail glasses that you have on hand.
Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways that you increase the flavor of this dish.
- If you want to add a little more flavor to this cocktail you could mix in chocolate liqueur, coffee liqueur, or white creme de cacao to this peppermint schnapps cocktail.
- Instead of using candy canes, you could also use crushed peppermint bark to decorate your glass.
- If you want more mint flavor in this mint cocktail, add a few mint leaves for an extra minty touch.
Serving Suggestions
- Nothing says Christmas more than this Pecan Praline Ham. It's the perfect blend of sweet and savory and is elegant enough for a holiday meal!
- These Cheesy Green Beans are a fancy way to change up this green vegetable to make it picky-eater-approved!
- End your favorite holiday meal with this Christmas Cheesecake. It's sweet, creamy and so festive! You can't go wrong with this sweet holiday treat!
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Peppermint Cocktail
Equipment Needed:
- As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
Ingredients
- ½ cup half and half
- ½ cup peppermint schnapps
- 2 ounces vodka
Glass Rim
- 2 Tablespoons marshmallow cream
- candy canes, crushed
Instructions
Decorate the Glass
- Place marshmallow cream onto a plate.
- Rotate the glass into the cream until all of the rim of the glass is covered.
- Sprinkle the crushed candy cane onto the marshmallow cream covered rim. It may help to press some of the bigger pieces down to help it stick better.
Peppermint Cocktail
- In a cocktail shaker, pour in the half and half, schnapps, and vodka over ice and shake well.
- Strain into the rimmed glass.
- Garnish with a mini candy cane.
- Serve and enjoy!
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