Candy Cane Martini
Ingredients:
1.5 oz vanilla vodka
1 oz peppermint schnapps
1 oz white crème de cacao
1 oz half-and-half or heavy cream for richness
Crushed candy canes for rimming the glass
Instructions:
Prepare the Glass:
Dip the rim of a martini glass in simple syrup and then into crushed candy canes to create a festive rim.
Mix the Martini:
In a shaker filled with ice, combine vanilla vodka, peppermint schnapps, crème de cacao, and half-and-half. Shake well until chilled.
Serve:
Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
Garnish:
Add a mini candy cane to the rim or float it inside the glass for extra flair.
Notes:
For a pink hue, add a splash of grenadine or a drop of red food coloring.
This cocktail is like sipping on the holiday spiritsweet, minty, and oh-so-festive!