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Festive Peppermint White Russian

A creamy peppermint cocktail that's perfect for holiday gatherings, combining coffee liqueur, vodka, and peppermint schnapps over ice with a delightful crushed peppermint rim.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Beverage, Cocktail
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 tablespoons 1 1/2 tablespoons coffee liqueur Choose a brand you enjoy sipping
  • 1.5 tablespoons 1 1/2 tablespoons vodka Plain or vanilla vodka can be used
  • 1.5 tablespoons 1 1/2 tablespoons peppermint schnapps Can be substituted with a peppermint liqueur
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon half and half Use more to taste
  • Ice For serving
For the Rim
  • Simple syrup Amount not given; use for coating the rim
  • Crushed peppermint or candy canes For the rim decoration
Optional Garnishes
  • Whipped cream For topping
  • Candy cane For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pour simple syrup into a shallow dish. Add crushed peppermint or crushed candy canes to another shallow dish.
  2. Dip the rim of the glass into the simple syrup, letting the excess drip off, then into the crushed peppermint.
  3. Fill the prepared glass with ice, leaving room for the drink and half and half.
  4. Pour coffee liqueur, vodka, and peppermint schnapps over the ice and stir gently.
  5. Add a splash of half and half and stir lightly or let it swirl through the drink.
  6. Top with whipped cream and a candy cane, then serve immediately.

Notes

Prepare the spirit mixture ahead for easy serving. This cocktail is best enjoyed freshly mixed but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours without the half and half.