Servings: 1
Equipment
- Small plate if rimming with chocolate and candy (optional)
- Bar Glass Rimmer if rimming with chocolate and candy (optional)
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1 oz espresso hot
- 1 oz half and half
- 1/4 tsp cacao powder
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- chocolate melted, for rimming (optional)
- crushed candy canes for rimming (optional)
- coffee bean garnish (optional)
Instructions
- If rimming the glass, dip the rim in melted chocolate, then into crushed candy canes for a festive look.
- Add vodka, coffee liqueur, half and half, cacao powder, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Pour in the hot espresso as the final ingredient to keep the ice from melting too quickly.
- Shake the mixture vigorously for 30 seconds until well-chilled and frothy.
- Strain into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with a light dusting of cacao powder and a few coffee beans.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Chill your martini glass in the freezer beforehand to keep your drink cool longer.
- Use freshly brewed espresso for the richest flavor.
- Adjust peppermint extract to taste if you prefer a subtler mint flavor.
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