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Peppermint Espresso Martini Recipe

Peppermint Espresso Martini

Delight in this Peppermint Espresso Martini recipe, a festive cocktail perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 cocktails
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz vodka
  • 2 oz Kahlua or coffee liqueur
  • 3 oz fresh brewed espresso, cooled or strong cold brew coffee
  • 2 oz half & half or dairy-free alternative
  • ¼ tsp peppermint extract
  • chocolate syrup for rim coating
  • crushed candy canes for rim coating
  • 6 espresso beans for garnish

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • martini glasses

Method
 

  1. Dip the rims of 2 martini glasses into chocolate syrup to coat them evenly, then immediately dip the coated rims into crushed candy canes.
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Pour in the vodka, Kahlua, cooled espresso, half & half, and peppermint extract. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for 60 seconds.
  3. Strain and divide the mixture evenly between the two prepared glasses. Garnish each martini with 3 espresso beans floating on top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 5g

Notes

This cocktail is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day. Shake well before serving and consider freshening up with crushed candy cane garnish.

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