The Naughty Elf Cocktail
This cheeky Naughty Elf Cocktail is the ultimate festive treat. A creamy blend of peppermint schnapps, chocolate liqueur, and heavy cream, rimmed with crushed candy canes for a drink that doubles as dessert.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Martini or Coupe Glasses
- Small plate (for rimming)
Ingredients
For the Drink:
- 2 oz Peppermint Schnapps
- 2 oz Chocolate Liqueur like Godiva or Crème de Cacao
- 4 oz Heavy Cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup Ice Cubes
For the Garnish:
- 2 tbsp Chocolate Sauce syrup
- 2 Candy Canes crushed
- Chocolate shavings optional
- Whole mini candy canes optional hook for glass
Instructions
- Prep the Glasses: Place the chocolate sauce on one small plate and the crushed candy canes on another. Dip the rim of two martini or coupe glasses into the chocolate sauce, then immediately dip into the crushed candy canes to coat the rim. Drizzle a little extra chocolate sauce inside the glass for a swirl effect.
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the peppermint schnapps, chocolate liqueur, and heavy cream.
- Shake: Add a generous scoop of ice to the shaker. Cap and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels frosty.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture evenly into the two prepared glasses.
- Garnish: Top with chocolate shavings or hang a mini candy cane on the side of the glass. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make it Green: To make the drink look more like an elf's uniform, add one drop of green food coloring to the shaker before shaking.
- Lighter Version: You can substitute half-and-half or milk for the heavy cream, though the texture will be less velvety.
- Vodka Spike: If you find the drink too sweet, reduce the schnapps to 1 oz and add 1 oz of plain vodka.
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