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Gingerbread Man

The Gingerbread Man cocktail is a creamy, dessert-like drink that brings the warm, nostalgic flavors of gingerbread to life. With the sweetness of butterscotch, the spice of cinnamon schnapps, and the richness of Irish cream, this festive drink is a perfect holiday treat.

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Gingerbread Man

Gingerbread Man

Prep Time: 4 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baileys, baileys cocktails, Butterscotch schnapps, Christmas, Christmas Baileys, Christmas cocktails, Christmas drinks, cinnamon schnapps, easy christmas cocktails
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Irish cream
  • 1 oz butterscotch schnapps
  • 0.5 oz cinnamon schnapps
  • 1 oz half-and-half
  • Gingerbread crumbs for rimming
  • whipped cream and a mini gingerbread cookie for garnish (Optional)

Instructions

  • Crush gingerbread cookies into fine crumbs and place them on a small plate. Moisten the rim of a rocks or martini glass with water or a small amount of Irish cream, then dip the rim into the crumbs to coat evenly.
  • In a shaker filled with ice, combine Irish cream, butterscotch schnapps, cinnamon schnapps, and half-and-half. Shake vigorously until well-chilled and blended.
  • Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
  • Top with a swirl of whipped cream and a mini gingerbread cookie for a festive touch.

Notes

Pro Tips

  • Crumb finesse: For finer crumbs, pulse the gingerbread cookies in a food processor or crush them in a sealed bag with a rolling pin.
  • Rimming options: For extra flair, mix a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg with the gingerbread crumbs.
  • Temperature variation: Serve the cocktail warm by heating the half-and-half gently before mixing (skip the ice and shaker).
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Tasting Notes

The Gingerbread Man cocktail offers a rich and creamy flavor with layers of butterscotch sweetness, warm cinnamon spice, and the comforting depth of Irish cream. The gingerbread crumb rim adds texture and a festive, aromatic touch, making every sip a delightful holiday experience.

Gingerbread Man
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Paul Kushner

Written by Paul Kushner

Founder and CEO of MyBartender. Graduated from Penn State University. He always had a deep interest in the restaurant and bar industry. His restaurant experience began in 1997 at the age of 14 as a bus boy. By the time he turned 17 he was serving tables, and by 19 he was bartending/bar managing 6-7 nights a week.

In 2012, after a decade and a half of learning all facets of the industry, Paul opened his first restaurant/bar. In 2015, a second location followed, the latter being featured on The Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

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