Description
These Peppermint Espresso Martinis blend rich coffee and mint for a festive cocktail that’s simple, delicious, and perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz vodka
- 2 oz Kahlua
- 3 oz fresh brewed espresso
- 2 oz half & half
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- Chocolate syrup
- Candy canes (crushed)
- 6 espresso beans
Instructions
- Prepare the glasses by coating rims with chocolate syrup and dipping in crushed candy canes.
- Combine vodka, Kahlua, espresso, half & half, and peppermint extract in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 60 seconds and pour into prepared glasses.
- Garnish with three espresso beans on top of each drink.
Notes
Chill your cocktail shaker beforehand for a colder drink.
Store leftover cocktail mixture in the fridge for up to 3 days, but avoid freezing.
For dairy-free options, use alternative creamers like Nutpods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
