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Holiday Peppermint White Russian

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon Jessica Randhawa
November 30, 2017
4.84 from 97 votes


Last Updated August 13, 2019 | 6 Comments

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Get festive this holiday season with this super easy Holiday Peppermint White Russian. Made with Kahlúa, Peppermint Schnapps and, of course, Vodka, this delicious cocktail will have everyone singing.

Holiday Peppermint White Russian. Made with Kahlúa, Peppermint Schnapps, and Vodka, this delicious cocktail is perfect for the cold holiday season.

If I could get away with lining every single one of my cocktails with some kind of salt or sugar rim, I totally would. Ever since doing it for this margarita recipe, I literally want to coat all my glasses with some form of sugar decoration. Buuuut, I’m not here to talk about cocktail salts (although you should totally make this candy cane one).

Today I’m here to talk about this delicious Holiday Peppermint White Russian…and probably a whole lot of other nonsense (it’s one of those kinds of days).

Traditionally, White Russians are made with Kahlúa, Vodka and a splash of cream and served in an Old Fashioned Glass. Contrary to the name, the White Russian (or Black Russian- a White Russian minus the cream) did not originate in Russia. They were simply given the name due to the vodka.

At least that’s what Wikipedia told me.

Anywho, these cocktails are seriously delicious. Add a little Peppermint Schnapps and HELLO, Christmas! Stick a candy cane in there and BOOM! Party time!

Or not.

These festive and fantastic holiday drinks take less than 5 minutes to prepare, so I highly recommend sipping them all winter long.

In other news,

  • My sister is currently in LABOR! yay! I am soon to be an auntie for the very first time and I could pee my pants from excitement. There may be some photos coming your way soon. Sorry, not sorry.
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  • He later redeemed himself by saying I didn’t look old.
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Holiday Peppermint White Russian. Made with Kahlúa, Peppermint Schnapps, and Vodka, this delicious cocktail is perfect for the cold holiday season.

Holiday Peppermint White Russian. Made with Kahlúa, Peppermint Schnapps, and Vodka, this delicious cocktail is perfect for the cold holiday season.

Holiday Peppermint White Russian. Made with Kahlúa, Peppermint Schnapps, and Vodka, this delicious cocktail is perfect for the cold holiday season.

A cup of peppermint white russian on a table

Holiday Peppermint White Russian. Made with Kahlúa, Peppermint Schnapps, and Vodka, this delicious cocktail is perfect for the cold holiday season.

If you try this Holiday Peppermint White Russian, please leave me a comment and let me know! I always love to hear your thoughts.

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Holiday Peppermint White Russian. Made with Kahlúa, Peppermint Schnapps, and Vodka, this delicious cocktail is perfect for the cold holiday season.

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Holiday Peppermint White Russian

Holiday Peppermint White Russian

4.84 from 97 votes
Chef: Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa
Get festive this holiday season with this super easy Holiday Peppermint White Russian. Made with Kahlúa, Peppermint Schnapps and, of course, Vodka, this delicious cocktail will have everyone singing.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 drink
Calories 365 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • Candy canes - finely crushed
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • Ice
  • 1 fluid ounce Peppermint Schnapps
  • 1 fluid ounce Kahlúa
  • 1 fluid ounce vodka
  • 3 fluid ounce milk - or half and half. Pour to desired amount.
  • Additional candy canes - to garnish
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Instructions
 

  • Combine crushed candy canes and granulated sugar in a small bowl and mix well to combine. If desired, rim the top of each glass with candy cane and sugar mixture and fill with ice.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with Peppermint Schnapps, Kahlúa, vodka and ice. Shake well until combined and cold. Pour into prepared glass and top with desired amount of half-and-half or whole milk.
  • Garnish with additional candy canes, if desired.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 39mg | Potassium: 112mg | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Calcium: 96mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

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About Jessica

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

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Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

About Jessica Randhawa

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

Comments

  1. Gregory says

    December 12, 2020 at 8:47 am

    Not a comment, but a question. What do you use to get the sugar and crushed candy cane to stick to the rim of the glass? I want to make these this year for my family for Christmas day and want to make sure I am prepared!!

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa says

      December 12, 2020 at 9:01 am

      Hey Gregory, great question! I use a little bit of honey 🙂 Thanks so much for asking.

      Reply
  2. Abby says

    December 10, 2020 at 3:44 pm

    5 stars
    Made this last year for the Christmas holidays, it was a big hit with the family

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa says

      December 10, 2020 at 6:46 pm

      Thanks for remembering and sharing the kind feedback Abby 😀

      Reply
  3. Ali says

    December 9, 2020 at 7:02 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is great – I left out the added sugar, but regardless it was a crowd favorite!

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa says

      December 10, 2020 at 9:17 am

      Thanks for the kind feedback Ali 🙂

      Reply

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