Peppermint Martini

A signature cocktail is one of my favorite entertaining secrets. It makes every party a little more fun – especially if you greet guests at the door with an ice cold drink! You can also set up all of the ingredients and the recipe on a bar cart and let your guests make their own.

This year I used See’s Candies Candy Canes on the rim of my signature cocktail to add a little something extra. Not only will it taste amazing, but the red and green stripes add a festive element.

2 ounces vanilla vodka

1 ounce peppermint schnapps

crushed candy cane

peppermint bitters

Pour a tablespoon of peppermint bitters into a low dish. Pour crushed candy canes into a separate dish. Dip martini glass in bitters first, then candy canes. Shake off any excess.

In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, shake vodka and schnapps. Strain into prepared glass and garnish with a candy cane.