Looking for Christmas cocktails? This Peppermint White Russian cocktail recipe is a festive option for adults – whether it’s a cozy night for two, to enjoy while decorating the Christmas tree, or to serve at your holiday party.
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In the cocktail world, there is both Black Russian and White Russian cocktails. Neither cocktail has origins in Russia but their name comes from the vodka that is a key ingredient in both recipes. The difference between a Black Russian cocktail and a White Russian is that the White Russian cocktail includes the addition of cream. Both include vodka and coffee liqueur.
I think the addition of the cream — giving it the white appearance — makes the White Russian cocktail visually appropriate for serving during the winter, especially during the holidays. But by using peppermint vodka, you can create a festive Christmas cocktail that is great for everything from enjoying while watching Christmas movies to serving to guests as a holiday party.
To make your own Peppermint White Russian cocktail recipe, you’ll first start by rimming the glass with crushed peppermint candies. To make this the ultimate peppermint treat, you’ll coat the very edge of the glass in a bit of white frosting. Then, dip the frosting covered edge into your crushed peppermint.
Making your Peppermint White Russian drinks is very simple. In a cocktail shaker, shake together coffee liqueur, peppermint vodka, and cream. Add ice to your peppermint candy-rimmed glasses and pour your cocktail over the ice. Serve & enjoy!
Peppermint White Russian Cocktail Recipe
Here is the full recipe to make your own Peppermint White Russian Cocktails. If you aren’t ready to make it yet, be sure to save it to one of your holiday boards so you can find it easier later.
PrintPeppermint White Russian Cocktail Recipe
Looking for Christmas cocktails? This Peppermint White Russian cocktail recipe is a festive option for adults – whether it’s a cozy night for two, to enjoy while decorating the Christmas tree, or to serve at your holiday party.
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Cocktails
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1/8 cup vanilla frosting
- 1/4 cup peppermint candy bits
- 1/2 cup Kahlúa coffee liqueur (4 oz)
- 1/4 cup Peppermint flavored vodka (2 oz)
- 1/2 cup half and half cream (4 oz)
- 6–8 Ice cubes
Instructions
- Apply a thin layer of vanilla frosting around the rims of both glasses.
- Add the peppermint bits to a shallow bowl. Dip the rims of each glass into the candy, covering the frosting entirely. Chill for 10 minutes.
- In a cocktail shaker, add the Kahlúa, vodka and half-and-half cream. Shake, shake, shake!
- Pour into the peppermint-rimmed serving glasses (filled with ice) and ENJOY!!
Keywords: kahlua, christmas cocktail, candy cane, coffee liqueur,
Kippi says
December 28, 2018 at 5:40 amI love how festive the glass looks with the peppermint rim. Happy New Year, Kippi
Kerryanne says
December 27, 2018 at 5:52 pmMmm… sounds delicious Brandie!!
Thank you for sharing at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I’m delighted to be featuring your recipe at tonight’s party.
Happy New Year!!
Kerryanne
Kippi says
December 26, 2018 at 5:44 amYum, I love the recipe and the glass with the crushed peppermints.
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
December 16, 2018 at 6:39 amThis sounds so festive! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party. Have a wonderful week!
Boyd Kobe says
December 13, 2018 at 9:01 pmWell, now I have plenty of ideas of what to bring to my New Years party I’m attending! These look great, thank you!
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Carol, The Red Painted Cottage says
December 20, 2017 at 1:39 pmThis looks so delicious! Thank you for sharing on Share Your Style!
Christine says
December 14, 2017 at 8:52 pmWow I bet this is amazing! Will have to try this weekend. Thanks for sharing on Tasty Tuesday 🙂
Debrashoppeno5 says
December 14, 2017 at 4:52 pmThis is so pretty but not too pretty to drink it up, yum.
Audrey says
December 12, 2017 at 11:09 amMy sister in law and I were just talking about White Russians this morning. I like the nice peppermint twist to this version.
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
December 12, 2017 at 7:55 amThanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party!
Peggie says
December 3, 2017 at 7:28 amYummy
Karren Haller says
December 22, 2016 at 8:02 amThank you for stoping by last week to share your blog and this great post.
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December 21, 2016 at 10:43 pmShared. Happy holidays. Thanks for joining us at the Inspiration Spotlight party.
fiona says
December 17, 2016 at 12:48 pmWow! It looks so festive! 🙂
Velva-Tomatoes on the Vine says
December 12, 2016 at 4:51 pmIts like a cocktail milkshake. Love it! Thanks for sharing.
Velva
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
December 11, 2016 at 5:42 pmOOhhh – now that sounds amazing!! Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner link up!