Eggnog is synonymous with Christmas, and this quick and easy eggnog Martini is everything when you’re strapped for time and have thirsty guests about to spill through your door. The beauty of this modern recipe is that you’re going to use store-bought eggnog instead of making your own, and if you don’t tell anyone, they will never know the difference. Your secret is safe with us.
Eggnog Martini
PREP TIME 5 min
QUICK TIPS
INSTRUCTIONS
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Pour a dash of simple syrup onto one plate and cinnamon sugar onto another
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Dip the rim of the Martini glass into the syrup and then the cinnamon sugar and set aside
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Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
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Add the vodka, amaretto liqueur and eggnog
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Give it a good shake until chilled and creamy
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Strain into a prepared Martini glass, and sprinkle over chocolate shavings
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Serve
What alcohol do you use in this drink?
This recipe uses vanilla-flavored vodka, but you can switch it up and create your own favorite flavor. It’s all about making something that you will love! So go ahead and experiment with brandy, rum (opens in new window), or whiskey (opens in new window) instead of vodka. To make your drink a little richer, replace the amaretto with chocolate liqueur. Try adding a dash of peppermint liqueur for a fresh twist. If coffee is more your thing, add some coffee liqueur instead. Love the taste of cinnamon? Then add some cinnamon whiskey. You get the picture: do whatever tickles your Christmas fancy and have a merry good time!
When is the best time to serve it?
To get the festivities started, you can serve this vodka Eggnog Martini as a warming welcome drink at your Christmas cocktail party, as a sweet ending to an indulgent Christmas meal, or on any occasion that calls for festive flavors and celebrations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You’ll need good quality ingredients, a cocktail shaker, measuring spoons, and a Martini glass to pull off the best eggnog martini recipe. It doesn’t get simpler than that!
Many shops stock ready-made dairy-free and vegan eggnog, so make sure you check the label before you buy it. You can also make your own dairy-free vegan eggnog at home with coconut cream and cashew or almond milk.
Dark, aged, or spiced rums work well in eggnog. However, steer clear of white rum as it doesn’t have the same depth of flavor.
To turn this slow sipper into an Espresso Eggnog Martini, you need rum, coffee liqueur, espresso, eggnog, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon. Follow the same method above and enjoy with a coffee-laced twist.
