"Tipsy Elf" Peppermint Mocha Cocktail
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"Tipsy Elf" Peppermint Mocha Cocktail
Description
This cocktail starts by preparing glasses with rims dipped first in simple syrup then crushed candy canes to create a peppermint-sugar rim that complements the drink's flavor. The drink consists of mocha-flavored Kahlua liqueur with peppermint, vodka, chocolate syrup, and heavy cream combined in a shaker with ice and shaken briskly to chill and mix.
After shaking, the mixture is strained into the prepared glasses filled with ice, serving immediately to enjoy its creamy and slightly boozy mint-chocolate taste. The smooth heavy cream and chocolate syrup balance the peppermint and vodka to create a dessert-like cocktail with both sweetness and spirit warmth.
This cocktail is intended for adult audiences and suits holiday or winter gatherings where a minty chocolate drink is desired. Immediate serving preserves the ice and rim texture.
Ingredients
- 3 ounces mocha Kahlua peppermint flavor
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1 Tablespoon chocolate syrup
- 3 ounces heavy cream
- ice
- candy canes crushed, for garnish
Instructions
- To Prep: Crush up a candy cane or peppermint candies into small pieces and spread on a small plate. Pour simple syrup on another small plate so that it is about 1/4" deep.
- Dip each cocktail glass into the simple syrup so that the rim is fully coated, then dip the rim into the crushed candy cane until it sticks to the glass. Allow to set.
- Fill each prepared cocktail glass with ice.
- Add all liquid ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 5-10 seconds.
- Strain and pour into your cocktail glasses. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the cocktail is served immediately after shaking for best texture and presentation.
- Crush candy canes finely for better rim adhesion and flavor release.
- Recipe is designed for adults 21 years and older; drink responsibly.
- Nutrition information is approximate; results vary by ingredient brands and proportions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 354 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 354kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 24mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 625IU | 13% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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