Description
Festive peppermint bark martini delights holiday cocktail enthusiasts with its rich chocolate and cool mint flavors. Smooth vodka and creamy liqueurs blend seamlessly, creating a delectable drink perfect for seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz (56 g) vodka
- 1 oz (28 g) white chocolate liqueur (Godiva)
- 1 oz (28 g) peppermint schnapps
- 1 oz (28 g) heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 tbsps (30 mL) crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) chocolate syrup or honey
- whipped cream
- mini candy canes
- chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Rim Preparation: Spread crushed candy cane on a plate. Coat martini glass rim with chocolate syrup, then roll in candy cane fragments to create a festive border.
- Cocktail Mixing: Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Combine vodka, white chocolate liqueur, peppermint schnapps, and heavy cream. Shake vigorously for 20 seconds until thoroughly chilled and blended.
- Crafting the Cocktail: Strain the frosty mixture into the prepared martini glass, maintaining the pristine rim decoration and ensuring a smooth, elegant pour.
- Garnish and Presentation: Optional: Top with a delicate dollop of whipped cream. Accent with a miniature candy cane or sprinkle of chocolate shavings to enhance the winter-inspired aesthetic.
- Serving: Serve immediately, inviting guests to savor the harmonious blend of creamy, minty, and chocolate notes that capture the essence of holiday indulgence.
Notes
- Rim Perfection: Chill the martini glass beforehand to help the chocolate syrup and crushed candy cane adhere more effectively and create a more polished, professional look.
- Cream Consistency: Use chilled heavy cream to prevent separation and maintain a smooth, creamy texture in the cocktail, ensuring a luxurious mouthfeel.
- Shaking Technique: Shake vigorously but not too long to avoid over-dilution, which can water down the rich flavors of the peppermint and white chocolate.
- Dietary Adaptation: Substitute dairy cream with coconut cream for a vegan version, and use dairy-free white chocolate liqueur to make the cocktail suitable for plant-based diets.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktails, Drinks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg