Description
A festive and refreshing Peppermint Espresso Martini combining the bold flavors of coffee and peppermint with a smooth creamy blend, perfect for holiday celebrations or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Peppermint Espresso Martini
- 4 oz vodka (vanilla vodka optional, ensure gluten-free if needed)
- 2 oz Kahlua or coffee liqueur
- 3 oz fresh brewed espresso, cooled, or strong cold brew coffee
- 2 oz half & half (or dairy-free Nutpods or Califia Farms Peppermint Mocha creamer)
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract
Chocolate Peppermint Rims & Garnish
- Chocolate syrup
- Crushed candy canes
- 6 espresso beans
Instructions
- Prepare the glasses: Dip the rim of two martini glasses in chocolate syrup to coat, then immediately dip them into crushed candy canes to create festive chocolate peppermint rims.
- Shake the cocktail: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add vodka, Kahlua, cooled espresso, half & half (or dairy-free creamer), and peppermint extract to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 60 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients thoroughly.
- Serve: Strain and evenly pour the cocktail mixture into the prepared martini glasses. Garnish each glass with three espresso beans on top. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Peppermint Espresso Martinis.
Notes
- Mocha Variation: Add 2 teaspoons of chocolate syrup to the shaker with all other ingredients to infuse a rich mocha flavor.
- Nutrition Info: The nutrition facts provided do not include the chocolate peppermint rim.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use Nutpods original or peppermint mocha creamer, or Califia Farms Peppermint Mocha creamer for a dairy-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 martini
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
