Just in time for Christmas Eve here is our final installment of our Christmas Themed Cocktail
Indulge in frosty, minty holiday bliss with the Peppermint White Russian. This festive twist on a classic layers velvety coconut cream, with peppermint schnapps, coffee liqueur, and crushed candy canes for a cooling, creamy cocktail that delivers sweet mint and chocolate flavors in every silky sip.
Peppermint White Russian
Ingredients
- 4 oz Coco Real cream of Coconut
- 1 oz vodka
- 3⁄4 oz peppermint schnapps
- 1⁄2 oz coffee liqueur like Kahlúa
- 1 tsp agave or simple syrup
- Crushed candy canes for garnish
Instructions
- Rim a rocks glass with syrup and crushed candy canes. Dip the rim of the glass in agave or simple syrup, then roll it in crushed candy canes to coat the edge. Set aside.
- Add the Real Cream of Coconut, vodka, peppermint schnapps, coffee liqueur, and agave/simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well blended and chilled. The ingredients should be fully incorporated.
- Strain into your prepared rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes. Be sure to strain slowly and carefully to achieve a rich, silky texture.
- Top with an additional sprinkle of crushed candy canes and garnish with a candy cane hook. Serve immediately.
The Real Cream of Coconut gives this cocktail a wonderfully rich and velvety texture, while the vodka provides an alcoholic base. The peppermint schnapps introduces festive candy cane flavors that pair perfectly with the sweet, chocolaty notes of coffee liqueur. A touch of agave or simple syrup helps round out the drink with just a hint of sweetness to balance the strong spirits.
Rimming the glass with crushed candy canes adds special holiday flair while also complementing the peppermint flavors. As you sip this indulgent cocktail, close your eyes and let the velvety texture transport you to a winter wonderland. The luscious coconut milk blended with sweet peppermint, chocolate, and vanilla notes will get you into the Christmas mindset.
Fun, festive, and deliciously flavorful, the Peppermint White Russian is sure to become one of your new favorite holiday cocktail tradition. Keep the Christmas spirit going all season long with this merry twist on a classic!
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