This chocolate peppermint stick cocktail is a festive, easy-to-make holiday drink. Smooth Baileys, chocolatey Crème de Cacao, bright Peppermint Schnapps, and a rim of crushed candy cane create a creamy, mint-chocolate cocktail that’s perfect for holiday gatherings.
Making this cocktail is simple: add ice, Crème de Cacao, Baileys, and Peppermint Schnapps to a cocktail shaker, shake well, and strain into a chilled glass. The result is frothy, rich, and refreshingly minty.
For a festive presentation, rim the glass with crushed candy canes or peppermint candies. You can also garnish with a mini candy cane for a classic holiday look.
This cocktail goes down easy and is always a crowd-pleaser, so serve responsibly and enjoy a little festive indulgence.
Will you try this chocolate peppermint stick cocktail this season? Share your experience in the comments if you make it.
Chocolate Peppermint Stick Cocktail
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Ingredients
- 1 candy cane crushed (or use peppermint candies)
- 1.5 ounces Crème de Cacao
- 1.5 ounces Baileys
- 1.5 ounces Peppermint Schnapps
Instructions
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For the rim: place the candy cane or peppermint candies in a plastic bag and crush to small pieces with a rolling pin. If you prefer, skip the rim and garnish with a mini candy cane instead.
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Moisten the glass edge (water works well) and dip into the crushed candy cane so it adheres evenly around the rim.
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Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
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Add the Crème de Cacao, Baileys, and Peppermint Schnapps to the shaker. Shake vigorously until chilled and frothy. Strain into the prepared glass and serve immediately.
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