Beverage Mackey Family recipe

Peppermint Espresso Martini

I need plenty of espresso (and vodka) to keep up with my family of nine during the holidays!

SERVINGS: 1
PREP TIME: 10 Minute(s)
COOK TIME:

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of ice
  • 2 oz peppermint vodka
  • 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz freshly brewed espresso, cooled (OR 2 tblsps cold brew concentrate)
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 2-3 peppermint candies, crushed

Steps

  1. Combine ice, peppermint vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso and simple syrup in cocktail shaker.
  2. Shake vigorously for three minutes.
  3. Coat cocktail glass rim with simple syrup leftovers, then dip into crushed peppermint candies to coat the rim.
  4. Pour cocktail shaker mixture into cocktail glass.
  5. Enjoy!