Baileys Candy Cane Cocktail is sure to get you in the festive mood this Christmas! Creamy Baileys is shaken with creme de menthe and creme de cacao for a mint chocolate taste explosion. And don't forget that candy cane and dark chocolate rim!
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If you are looking for a drink to impress this festive season, then this Baileys Christmas cocktail is for you!
Made with Baileys Irish Cream, creme de menthe and creme de cacao, this is a cozy boozy drink that's perfect for the holiday season. With a deliciously creamy texture and a festive mint taste, this is perfect for your holiday parties.
Simple to make, this baileys cocktail is full of cheer and is sure to delight your guests!
If you are a Baileys lover, be sure to check out my Baileys Dalgona Coffee.
Why you will love this recipe!
- Easy cocktail recipe: You don't have to be a mixologist to master this cocktail at home.
- Quick: It takes a matter of minutes to shake up a few of these cocktails.
- So festive: Perfect for your holiday celebrations!
Ingredients
- Baileys: I prefer not to use flavored baileys for this cocktail. Stick to baileys original for the best taste.
- Creme de menthe and creme de cacao: These liqueurs add subtle mint chocolate flavor.
- Dark chocolate and candy canes: For the rims of the glasses. This is optional, but adds great flare!
How to make Baileys Christmas Cocktail
- Dip the rims of the martini glasses into melted chocolate and roll in broken candy cane.
- Shake baileys and liquors together with ice.
- Pour into the rimmed glass and garnish with chocolate shavings.
Recipe Variations
I love this shaken baileys cocktail as it is, but you can easily make the recie your own! Instead of chocolate and mint, you can use cherry liqueur instead, or shake in some gingerbread syrup with some vodka or rum! A shot of fresh espresso coffee works really well too!
Have fun with the garnishes too! Add in some mini marshmallows or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Make Ahead
You can rim the glasses ahead of time, but it's best not to shake the cocktails until you are ready to serve as the ice can dilute the drink.
Perfect for your holiday festivities, these Baileys Christmas cocktails are sure to go down a treat!
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Baileys Candy Cane Cocktail
Ingredients
For the rim
- 4 candy canes
- 4 squares 70% cocoa chocolate
For the cocktail
- 2 ounces Baileys
- 2 ounces creme de cacao
- 1 ounce creme de menthe
The topping
- grated 70% cocoa chocolate
Instructions
For the rim
- Put the candy cane into a blender and give it a whizz to break up into small pieces. Pour into a bowl
- Melt the squares of chocolate in a microwave or bain marie. Dip a martini glass in the melted chocolate and then press it into the broken candy canes.
For the cocktail
- Put a good handful of ice cubes into a cocktail shaker, and then pour in the measured liquids. Shake for a good 15-20 seconds so that the cocktail shaker is cold. Pour into the rimmed glass, grate some chocolate on the top and serve.
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