Peppermint Drop Minty Cocktail (Printable Version)

A vibrant, cool blend of peppermint, vodka, and citrus with a refreshing, minty flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Spirits

01 - 1.5 oz vodka
02 - 0.5 oz white crème de menthe

→ Citrus

03 - 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice

→ Sweetener

04 - 0.25 oz simple syrup

→ Garnish

05 - Crushed peppermint candy or mint sprig (optional)
06 - Sugar for rimming (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Moisten the rim of a chilled cocktail glass with lemon juice and dip it into sugar if desired.
02 - Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
03 - Pour vodka, white crème de menthe, lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker.
04 - Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
05 - Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass.
06 - Top with crushed peppermint candy or a fresh mint sprig as preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This cocktail feels like a crisp breeze on a cold day, refreshing and unexpected in the best way
  • The balance of sweet and citrusy notes quickly made it my go-to for festive gatherings
02 -
  • Always fresh lemon juice makes a world of difference in brightness and balance
  • Shaking vigorously is key to getting that icy crisp texture that feels so refreshing
03 -
  • Balancing the tartness with sweetness is about tasting as you go—don’t be shy to adjust
  • The secret to a frosty cocktail is shaking long enough so the shaker feels like an ice block

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