Peppermint Martini Recipe

2 min read September 13, 2026 Missy and Kristen
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This peppermint martini recipe is sure to bring out the holiday cheer in everyone! Serve this festive drink at your next Christmas cocktail party.

Recipe Time
10 to 20 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Servings
1 to 2 Servings
Ingredients:
Yields 1 Drink
  • 2 oz. Whipped Vodka or Vanilla Vodka
  • 2 oz. Half and Half
  • 1 Tbsp. Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. Water
  • 1 t. Peppermint Extract
  • 1/2 t. Vanilla Extract
  • Crushed Mini Peppermint Candy Canes
Step
1

Combine sugar and water in a sauce pan and bring to a simmer.

Peppermint Martini Recipe step 1
Step
2

Whisk together until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Once it has cooled, add both the peppermint and vanilla extracts and set aside.

Peppermint Martini Recipe step 2
Step
3

Crush up Mini Peppermint Candy Canes and place them on a plate.

Peppermint Martini Recipe step 3
Step
4

Pour a small amount of the peppermint, vanilla syrup onto a plate place the rim of the Clear Martini Glass into the syrup and then dip it into the plate of crushed Mini Peppermint Candy Canes.

Peppermint Martini Recipe step 4 part 1
Peppermint Martini Recipe step 4 part 2
Step
5

Fill a shaker with ice and then add the Whipped Vodka, Half and Half and the rest of the peppermint, vanilla syrup and shake

Peppermint Martini Recipe step 5
Step
6

Pour into your candy cane rimmed martini glass, add a Mod & Merry Stir Stick and enjoy!

Peppermint Martini Recipe step 6

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