Peppermint Espresso Martini Recipe (Quick with Cold Brew)
Inside: Shake up the holiday season with this Peppermint Espresso Martini, a festive cocktail with the velvety coffee and chocolate flavors of the classic, transformed for Christmas with a peppermint twist and made easy with cold brew!
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The holiday season means celebrating with a few scrumptious Christmas cocktails, and this festive twist on the classic espresso martini is divine. With its rich chocolatey flavor paired with refreshing peppermint, it’s sure to be your new favorite cocktail at holiday gatherings and Christmas parties this year!
This easy peppermint espresso martini also makes a great after-dinner drink—rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced between mint, chocolate, and coffee.
Why You’ll Love This Holiday Martini Recipe.
This shortcut easy recipe is ideal for coffee lovers who want an espresso martini but without the hassle of using an espresso machine. The addition of peppermint transforms a regular espresso martini into a Christmas treat—kind of like an Andes Mint. And the cute peppermint rim dresses up this drink and lets you sip in holiday style!
It’s also a great make-ahead Christmas cocktail since the cold brew keeps the flavor consistent.
See the details for my simple regular cold brew martini in the post “Easy Espresso Martini Cold Brew Recipe (No Espresso Required!)”
Simple Cocktail Ingredients for this Peppermint Espresso Martini Recipe.
- 2 oz Peppermint Vodka
- 2 oz Kahlua Coffee Liqueur
- 2 oz Starbucks Cold Brew (or your favorite brand)*
- Chocolate chips to melt for the rim
- Candy canes or peppermint candies to crush for the rim
- Foaming agent (optional)
- Coffee beans for garnish
*I used Starbucks Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew. If using concentrate, reduce slightly so your drink isn’t too strong, and add simple syrup if using unsweetened cold brew.
Step-by-Step Instructions for the Best Peppermint Espresso Martini.
1. Prepare the Glasses
Melt chocolate chips and place on a small plate. Finely crush candy canes or peppermint candies in a Ziploc bag and put them on a second plate. Dip the rim into the chocolate, then into the crushed peppermint. This holds beautifully and makes the glass look extra festive.
2. Mix the Cocktail
Fill a large shaker with ice and add:
- 2 oz peppermint vodka
- 2 oz coffee liqueur
- 2 oz cold brew
- A few dashes of foaming agent if using
Shake vigorously for 20–30 seconds until chilled and frothy.
SH&H Tip: If your shaker is on the small side, use half the amount so that you’ll have room to shake it up.
3. Serve
Strain into a coupe or martini glass.
Top with three coffee beans, symbolizing health, wealth, and happiness.
Peppermint Espresso Martini Printable Recipe.
Peppermint Espresso Martini
Ingredients
- 2 oz Peppermint Vodka
- 2 oz Kahlua Coffee Liqueur
- 2 oz Starbucks Cold Brew or your favorite brand*
- Chocolate chips to melt for the rim
- Candy canes or peppermint candies to crush for the rim
- Foaming agent optional
- Coffee beans for garnish
Instructions
- Melt chocolate chips in the microwave and put the melted chocolate onto a small plate. Crush peppermint candies in a ziplock bag with a rolling pin or hammer and place onto another small plate. Dip the rim of the glass first into the chocolate and then into the crushed candy canes.
- Fill a large cocktail shaker with ice, and pour in 2 ounces of peppermint vodka, 2 ounces of coffee liqueur, 2 ounces of cold brew, and a few dashes of cocktail foaming agent if desired.
- Secure lid and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and frothy.
- Strain the mixture into martini glasses. To garnish, place three coffee beans on top of the foam.
Notes
Frequently Asked Questions.
Big Batch Peppermint Espresso Martinis
These batch beautifully for parties. Make the mixture ahead and store it in a decanter—then shake individual servings over ice before pouring to get the frothy top.
This Christmas cocktail is more than just a drink. Its combination of mint, chocolate, and coffee flavors are like a dessert in a glass, making it the perfect after-dinner drink for the holidays.
And because the cold brew makes it so easy, this drink is a perfect cocktail for big batches if you’re hosting a crowd. I made a few ahead of time for my girlfriends Christmas party, stored them in a decanter, and shook the individual servings over ice before pouring in the martini glasses.
Let me know if you celebrate the season with one of these festive peppermint espresso martinis in the comments. Cheers!
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