Tipsy Elf Cocktail
The Tipsy Elf Peppermint Cocktail is a rich, creamy holiday drink made with peppermint schnapps, vanilla vodka, Kahlua, and espresso, topped with indulgent coconut cream and a sparkling crushed candy cane rim. It’s quick to make, absolutely gorgeous, and bursting with holiday flavor and magic! Whether you’re hosting a Christmas party or enjoying a quiet night in, this peppermint cocktail is the ultimate festive treat. Cheers!
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Vanilla vodka or liquor of choice Irish whiskey and regular vodka work well!
- 1.5 oz Kaluha
- 1.5 oz Peppermint schnapps
- ¼ oz Simple syrup
- 2 oz Espresso
- 3 oz Coconut cream
- Crushed candy cane
Instructions
- Let’s start by creating the beautiful candy cane glass!
- Simply swipe the side of a serving glass with simple syrup, then sprinkle crushed candy cane. Set the glass aside ready for serving.
- Next. To a cocktail shaker add the vanilla vodka, coffee, kaluha, peppermint schnapps, and simple syrup, along with ice and shake vigorously.
- To a serving glass, add ice, pour over the cocktail and then top with coconut cream
- Stir to combine, top with a little extra coconut cream and sprinkle with crushed candy cane
Notes
I love the smooth taste of vanilla vodka, but it does add extra sweetness so if you don't love drinks on the sweet side, I’d recommend regular vodka
I used coconut cream from a can, it’s extra creamy and indulgent, for a lighter version you can use a dairy free milk, regular milk, light coconut milk or cream or regular cream
Find all my cocktail making essentials HERE
I used coconut cream from a can, it’s extra creamy and indulgent, for a lighter version you can use a dairy free milk, regular milk, light coconut milk or cream or regular cream
Find all my cocktail making essentials HERE