Description
Experience the magic of the holidays with the Vanilla Peppermint Martini, a delightful cocktail that combines smooth vanilla and refreshing peppermint. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire, this drink is sure to impress your guests with its stunning appearance and comforting flavors. Garnished with crushed candy canes, each sip brings warmth and nostalgia—ideal for celebrating the season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz vanilla liqueur
- 1 oz peppermint schnapps
- 1 oz heavy cream (or non-dairy alternative)
- Crushed candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Chill your martini glasses in the freezer.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine vodka, vanilla liqueur, and peppermint schnapps.
- Add heavy cream and shake vigorously until well mixed and chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled glasses.
- Garnish with crushed candy canes on the rim or inside the glass.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 martini (150ml)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of chocolate liqueur. To make it non-alcoholic, substitute vodka with soda water or tonic. Adjust peppermint intensity by adding extra extract gradually.