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Peppermint Martini
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Peppermint Martini

Rimmed with peppermint candy, this holiday festive drink will quickly become a favorite.
Course Drinks
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 Martini
Author Terri @ Balanced Health and You

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Vanilla Vodka - Chilled
  • 1 oz White Creme de cacao - Chilled
  • 1 oz Peppermint Schnapps - Chilled
  • 3 oz Peppermint Candy - Crushed
  • 1/4 Fresh Lime
  • 1 Small Candy Cane - Garnish

Instructions

  • Place peppermint candy in a plastic bag and cover with a towel. Pound bag with a meat mallet or rolling pin until the candy is crushed into very small pieces. Transfer crushed candy pieces to a flat plate
  • Run a small wedge of lime around the rim of a martini glass until it is very well moistened. Turn the martini glass upside down and place moistened rim onto plate of crushed peppermints. Turn the glass gently to ensure the entire rim is evenly coated
  • Fill cocktail shaker with ice and add vodka, crème de cacao, and peppermint schnapps. Shake vigorously until thoroughly combined. Strain chilled liquid into a prepared martini glass and add a small candy cane, if desired. Serve immediately.