PREP TIME 5 min
Kickstart the holiday season with the lush and velvety Peppermint Martini, a dessert-in-a-glass that will be the cherry on top of your holiday menu. Creamy and minty fresh, this cocktail is great to sip with appetizers, desserts, or anything really!
Follow the recipe and make a perfect Peppermint Vodka Martini in just 5 minutes!
Prepare the rim: crush the peppermint candies on a plate and put them on an even layer. Lay grenadine on another plate, then roll the rim of your martini glass over the grenadine to wet it (you can also wet it with water using your finger). Roll wet rim over the crushed candies until evenly coated.
Add peppermint schnapps, vodka, crème de cacao and heavy cream to a cocktail shaker with a handful of ice. Shake vigorously until cold.
Strain drink into the prepared martini glass and serve.
The Peppermint Martini is a festive rendition of the so-called Martinis that only have the glass in common with the traditional Martini. Like the Key Lime Martini, Pornstar Martini and Candy Corn Martini, it’s more of a dessert in a glass to serve during the holidays and at parties to win over the crowd after a delicious meal.
Want more Peppermint Martini inspo? This delicious drink comes in many tasty variations, all to try!
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