Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Candy cane, Christmas, Christmas mocktails, easy christmas mocktails, half and half
Servings: 1
- 4 oz cream soda
- 1 oz half and half
- 0.5 oz peppermint syrup
- 0.25 oz simple syrup for rimming
- Crushed candy canes for rimming
Pour the simple syrup into a shallow dish. Dip the rim of a martini glass into the syrup, ensuring it coats evenly.
Press the coated rim into a dish of crushed candy canes, gently rotating to create a festive candy crust. Set the glass aside.
In a mixing glass, combine the half and half, cream soda, and peppermint syrup. Stir gently to blend.
Carefully pour the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
Serve immediately and enjoy the holiday cheer!
Pro Tips
- Use freshly crushed candy canes for the rim to ensure a vibrant color and a crisp texture.
- Chill the glass in the freezer before rimming to enhance the drink’s cool and refreshing experience.
- Experiment with flavored cream soda for a unique twist, such as vanilla or caramel.