9 Refreshing Peppermint Cocktails: Perfect for Holiday Cheer

The white Russian cocktail is a long-time favorite, and it’s super easy to turn it into a holiday favorite with some peppermint. With only a few ingredients, it’s a quick peppermint fix. The peppermint white Russian cocktail has Kahlua, peppermint vodka, and half and half cream. That’s it! Rim your glass with crushed candy canes and enjoy it on the rocks. 

White chocolate peppermint martinis are elegant and tasty, giving the phrase “white Christmas” a whole new meaning. It’s sweet and creamy, and with a crushed candy cane rim, it adds the perfect pop of holiday color. Here’s what you need: white chocolate liqueur, vanilla vodka, creme de cacao, half and half, and peppermint schnapps. It’s a lengthy list, but the flavors add up to something magical. 

Pina Coladas are known for their tropical appeal, but this recipe puts quite the winter twist on the drink so famous it has a song named after it. This one takes a little bit of work with ingredients, including cream of coconut, pineapple juice, and light rum. Then, add a peppermint flavor with peppermint schnapps and make it even more festive with a little grenadine for color. 

Pina Coladas are known for their tropical appeal, but this recipe puts quite the winter twist on the drink so famous it has a song named after it. This one takes a little bit of work with ingredients, including cream of coconut, pineapple juice, and light rum. Then, add a peppermint flavor with peppermint schnapps and make it even more festive with a little grenadine for color. 

Starbucks who? Some days call for an extra coffee stop—especially when the winter flavors are out—but other days need to end with a tipsy peppermint mocha instead. And the best part is that this cocktail is so easy to make. You only need Kahlua peppermint mocha liqueur, vodka, and heavy cream. Serve it over ice, and add some crushed candy canes and chocolate syrup for an extra flare. 

The classic martini has come a long way since its inception, and dessert martinis are all the rage. This chocolate peppermint martini will give you all the cozy Christmas vibes. It’s relatively easy to make, combining chocolate liqueur, creme de cacao, half and half, and peppermint schnapps.

As you can see from this list, it’s best to keep the peppermint schnapps on hand during the holidays. Combine this staple with some vanilla vodka and half and half, and you get the deliciously creamy snowflake peppermint cocktail. Add some “snow” to your glass by rimming it with sugar. Don’t forget the peppermint stick! 

All the flavor of a peppermint patty in a tasty, creamy drink—what could be better? For an easy cocktail, all you need is some more of that peppermint schnapps, cream liqueur, and chocolate vodka. The flavors meld perfectly to create an uncanny resemblance to the classic candy. 

If you’re looking for an Instagram-worthy drink, the pink peppermint cocktail is sure to become your go-to. The gorgeous shade of pink is not only fun and tasty, but it pairs wonderfully with a candy cane garnish. It’s made of candy cane vodka, creme de cacao, vanilla simple syrup, and cream. Add a sparkling sugar rim for a picture-perfect drink.