Peppermint Espresso Martini Blend (Printable)

Creamy espresso and peppermint combine with vodka for a festive drink, finished with a chocolate peppermint rim.

# What you need:

→ Martini Mix

01 - 4 fl oz vodka (plain or vanilla, gluten-free if required)
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 (Nutpods or Califia Farms)
05 - 0.25 tsp peppermint extract

→ Chocolate Peppermint Rim and Garnish

06 - Chocolate syrup (quantity sufficient for glass rims)
07 - 2 tbsp crushed candy canes
08 - 6 espresso beans (for garnish)

# How to make it:

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 to adhere. Set glasses aside.
02 - Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
03 - Pour vodka, coffee liqueur, cooled espresso, half & half (or dairy-free creamer), and peppermint extract into the shaker.
04 - Shake vigorously for 60 seconds until well-chilled and frothy.
05 - Strain the mixture evenly into the prepared martini glasses.
06 - Top each martini with three espresso beans and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and creamy cocktail
  • Perfect for holiday celebrations
02 -
  • Use dairy-free creamer to make this recipe vegan.
  • Nutrition facts do not include the chocolate peppermint rim.
03 -
  • 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.
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