Peppermint Espresso Martini Creamy (Printable Version)

Festive creamy blend of espresso, vodka, and peppermint with chocolate peppermint rim.

# Ingredient List:

→ For the Martinis

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

→ For the Chocolate Peppermint Rims & Garnish

06 - Chocolate syrup (enough to rim glasses)
07 - 2 tbsp crushed candy canes
08 - 6 espresso beans (for garnish)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and creamy holiday cocktail
  • Easy and quick preparation time
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 -
  • For extra festivity add a small candy cane as a stirrer
  • Nutrition facts do not include the chocolate peppermint rim
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