Festive Candy Cane Martini Recipe for Christmas

Shake up the holiday spirit with this candy cane martini recipe that captures
the magic of Christmas in a glass. Make sure to check it out!

Servings: 1 person

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Prep Time
5 minutes

Total Time
5 minutes

Course:

Cocktail

Cuisine:

International

Keywords:

christmas drink holiday cocktail Candy Cane cocktail Festive martini Peppermint martini

Instructions

1 Begin by preparing your martini glass. Pour a small amount of simple syrup onto
a shallow plate. On a separate plate, spread the crushed candy canes. Dip the
rim of the glass first into the simple syrup, then into the crushed candy canes,
creating a festive, candy-coated edge. I learned the hard way that using water
for rimming causes the candy to dissolve too quickly, so simple syrup is
definitely the way to go.
2 Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. The ice is not just a chilling agent;
it's a crucial component that, when shaken, dilutes the drink ever so slightly,
mellowing the flavors and creating a harmonious blend.
3 Pour the vanilla vodka, white crème de cacao, peppermint schnapps, and
half-and-half into the shaker. Then, with a steady hand, add just a drop of
peppermint extract. In my early trials, I was a bit overzealous with the
extract, which can overpower the drink, but I've since learned that moderation
is key.
4 Secure the lid on the shaker and give it a vigorous shake. You'll want to shake
it until the outside of the shaker feels cold to the touch, which should take
about 15-20 seconds. This not only chills the drink but also ensures that the
half-and-half is fully incorporated, giving the martini its signature creamy
texture.
5 Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass. The straining process is
essential to catch any unwanted ice chips that might detract from the smoothness
of your cocktail.
6 Garnish with a whole candy cane hooked onto the side of the glass. It's not just
decorative; as the candy cane sits in the drink, it imparts a subtle peppermint
flavor that grows with each sip.

Festive Candy Cane Martini Recipe for Christmas

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