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Peppermint Patty Drink
A Peppermint Patty Cocktail is the perfect Christmas drink! Hot chocolate, peppermint schnapps and creme de cacao make it a Merry Christmas indeed.
Christmas is less than a week away now, friends. You’re probably wrapping presents right? Watching your favorite Christmas classic? Well I have got the perfect cocktail to help you do both of those things: A Peppermint Patty Drink.
Nothing says Christmas cocktail like a peppermint patty. Have you ever had a peppermint patty? I’m not talking about the candy. No, no, no. I am talking about a Peppermint Patty Cocktail. It is basically Christmas in a cup friends, and you need it in your life.
I still remember my first Peppermint Patty. On a cold night shortly after I turned 21.
A bartender at the bar a few of us servers would go to after work approached our table and asked “Can I start you with a cocktail, maybe a Peppermint Patty?”
My immediate thought was, “Is she offering me candy?” Since I figured that wasn’t right, I asked what it was. She replied “Just think a minty hot chocolate for adults”.
Mint? Chocolate? SOLD! When I took my first sip, the chocolate and minty peppermint schnapps warmed me right up. It was like Christmas in a cup and each year I make myself at least one.
What ingredients do you need to make a Peppermint Patty Drink?
For this Peppermint Patty Cocktail recipe, I use hot chocolate mix, whole milk, peppermint schnapps and creme de cacao. Oh my gosh you guys. It’s so chocolatey and minty.
And because they make everything better, you’ve got to load it up with Christmas sprinkles. Am I right? Just look how festive it is!
What does Peppermint Schnapps taste like?
Unlike Creme de Menthe, Peppermint Schnapps is a clear liqueur. It has a proof of 50 and you can drink it straight or, how I prefer, in various cocktails. Peppermint Schnapps is the perfect liqueur for this Peppermint Patty Cocktail because of its candy cane taste.
What does Creme de Cacao taste like?
Creme de Cacao is a sweet chocolate flavored liqueur. You will also taste a hint of vanilla. It’s most commonly used in mocha and other coffee drinks.
Making a peppermint patty drink has become a tradition in our home each Christmas eve. And after one sip you will see why.
So make a batch of this. Get cozy, turn on your favorite Christmas movie and make holiday memories with your family and friends.
Note: Originally posted in 2009. Updated with photos, video, nutrition facts and addition of creme de cacao into the recipe in 2019.
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Peppermint Patty Drink
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup hot chocolate mix
- 2 ounces peppermint schnapps plus more as needed
- 2 ounces creme de cacao
- whipped cream
- sprinkles
Instructions
- In a saucepan heat 2 cups of milk over medium heat, just until steamy. About 5 minutes.
- Once milk starts to steam whisk in hot chocolate mix. Continue cooking 2-3 minutes or until hot chocolate is desired temperature. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and whisk in 1/4 cup of peppermint schnapps and creme de cacao. Taste. If desired, add more schnapps.
- Ladle mixture into glasses, top with whipped cream and sprinkles.
- Serve.
Notes
Nutrition
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Pam Burden
December 21, 2023 at 7:16 amLooks amazing and I have everything needed to make them-win! We’ll be adding this to the cocktail cart Christmas Eve. I would caution Saying Peppermint Schnapps is only 50 proof however; the bottle in my cabinet says 100 proof.
Deseree
December 21, 2023 at 10:50 amThese are my favorite Christmas drinks, Pam!! I hope you enjoy them too!
Amy
November 11, 2020 at 9:02 pmThis is so fun and tasty!
Amanda
January 1, 2020 at 4:29 pmExactly like the Peppermint Patti at the chalet in Breckenridge… only a hellava lot cheaper!
Deseree
January 2, 2020 at 9:11 amHaha! I love making things at home for less! Happy to hear you enjoyed it :)
Deanna Thomas
December 19, 2018 at 10:15 amI make mine with vodka, kahlua and a peppermint schnapps float. You should try it…delicious and tastes just like one!
Deseree
December 19, 2018 at 8:47 pmOoooh Deanna that sounds amazing! I need to try it!
Charles Bustamante
November 19, 2018 at 6:55 pmWhen do I add the 1/4 cup creme de cacao to the recipe? With the schnapps?
Deseree
November 19, 2018 at 9:10 pmYes!
Mary
October 26, 2018 at 8:52 pmYou forgot 1/4 cup creme de cacao in your recipe.
Deseree
October 27, 2018 at 7:01 pmThank you Mary!
Jessica | Novice Chef
December 23, 2017 at 6:16 amThis is the perfect Christmas cocktail!
Krista
December 22, 2017 at 8:19 amI love this cocktail! I wish I could have it now!
Dee
December 21, 2017 at 11:04 pmHow festive! I would love one of these right now!
Allyson Zea
December 21, 2017 at 11:25 amI need to get my hands on this cocktail right now!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes)
December 20, 2017 at 6:33 pmThis looks seriously unbelievable!
Amanda
December 20, 2017 at 5:26 pmI’m totally loving this flavor combo and how beautiful it looks!
Kristen Chidsey
December 20, 2017 at 2:20 pmLOL!! I think I had my first peppermint patty cocktail the year I turned 21 too. I haven’t had one in decades. I will be changing that ASAP with this recipe.
David Carrero
October 17, 2011 at 12:17 pmI like spanish christmas in navidad.es
Amari
December 23, 2009 at 11:35 amThis looks SO fun, festive, and DELICIOUS! Can’t wait to give it a try to put me in the holiday spirit and keep me warm!
Soma
December 14, 2009 at 2:12 pmah! Mint and Chocolate.. my favorite holiday combination. Looks beautiful.
Maria
December 11, 2009 at 4:30 pmWhat a fun and festive drink!
Marion
December 11, 2009 at 1:06 pmI saw this recipe, copied it, and made it two nights ago. I had another last night. What a wonderful way to warm up before going to bed, when I have to hunker under the covers with the livestock holding those covers dow, in order to keep me warm. While I wouldn’t call it habit forming, I definitely would call it a winter warming tradition, now that I’ve found it. Thanks oodles.
Deseree
December 12, 2009 at 10:10 amYou’re welcome Marion! :)
Dina
December 11, 2009 at 10:32 ami love peppermint schnapps. this looks yummy!
Gizelle Marie
December 8, 2009 at 1:55 pmthis is definitely going to be making an appearance on my table. and soon!
Amy J in SC
December 8, 2009 at 10:15 amOooooh…gotta try these – and soon!
michelle
December 8, 2009 at 6:00 amOne word:
YUM!
Janet W. Walters
December 7, 2009 at 6:42 pmThis is wonderful! Really takes the chill out of the bones quickly. Also great for a night in front of the fireplace. Janet
peachkins
December 7, 2009 at 3:50 pmI love a good mint choco!
Jenn
December 7, 2009 at 10:46 amYummy! Perfect drink to sip on while I snuggle under a nice warm blanket and read a good book! Can’t wait to try this. Thanks for sharing!
Joy
December 7, 2009 at 9:43 amI’m a total sucker for warm holiday drinks and this may well be something I’ll add to my regulars this winter. So yummy!