Peppy Candy Espresso Delight

This Peppy Candy Espresso Delight is a delightful and refreshing cocktail that combines the bold flavors of peppermint, coffee liqueur, and espresso. The rim of the glass is coated with chocolate syrup and crushed peppermint candies, giving it a festive and indulgent touch. The cocktail itself is a frothy and invigorating mix of peppermint vodka, coffee liqueur, freshly brewed espresso, and simple syrup. It's the perfect drink for holiday gatherings or any time you want to treat yourself to a decadent and energizing beverage.

Peppy Candy Espresso Delight

A refreshing and indulgent cocktail featuring peppermint vodka, coffee liqueur, freshly brewed espresso, and a chocolate and peppermint candy-coated rim.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
  • Ice for shaker
  • 1 to 2 oz peppermint vodka
  • 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz freshly brewed espresso, cooled
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup, more or less to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chocolate sauce on a small plate and crushed peppermint candy on another small plate.
  2. Dip the rim of the glass into the chocolate syrup to coat it, then dip the edges of the glass into the crushed candy to cover the rim.
  3. Add ice, peppermint vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and simple syrup to the cocktail shaker.
  4. Shake vigorously until the mixture becomes frothy.
  5. Pour the cocktail into the prepared glass, swirling the shaker to release all the foam.
  6. Serve immediately.