Chilled Peppermint Delight

This delightful Peppermint Martini, also known as a Candy Cane Martini, is the perfect pick-me-up during the winter holidays. It's a visually appealing and simple cocktail that will surely bring joy to your taste buds.

Chilled Peppermint Delight

A delightful and visually appealing peppermint-infused martini that's perfect for the holiday season.

4.10 from 87 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2-1 oz peppermint schnapps (60-proof)
  • 1/2 oz vanilla vodka
  • 1 1/2 oz white creme de cocoa
  • 2 oz heavy cream
  • Simple syrup or grenadine, for rimming glass
  • Crushed peppermint candies, for rimming glass

Instructions

  1. Crush the peppermint candies and place in a shallow dish.
  2. Prepare your martini glass by dipping the rim in simple syrup or grenadine, then into the crushed peppermint candies.
  3. Add all remaining ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  4. Shake until thoroughly mixed and chilled.
  5. Strain the mixture into your prepared glass.