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Sugar Cookie Martini

The Sugar Cookie Martini blends warm spices, sweet vanilla, and creamy richness into a smooth, boozy cocktail that evokes the cozy, buttery flavor of holiday sugar cookies. It’s made by shaking spirits with cream and spices, then straining into a chilled glass and garnished for a festive finish. The final drink features a silky texture with a flavorful balance of sweetness and spice, topped with a decorative rim or cinnamon stick.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 50 ml vanilla vodka The base for sweetness and warmth
  • 25 ml white creme de cacao Adds chocolate depth
  • 15 ml cinnamon schnapps Provides spicy warmth
  • a splash heavy cream Adds smooth richness
  • ice handful ice To chill and dilute
  • sugar or cinnamon for rimming sugar or cinnamon For decorating the glass rim
  • cinnamon stick or sugar rim garnish For visual appeal and aroma

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Strainer
  • Martini glass
  • Measuring jigger
  • Rimming plate

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and tools so everything is within easy reach, creating a smooth workflow.
  2. Pour the vanilla vodka, white creme de cacao, and cinnamon schnapps into the shaker, then add a splash of heavy cream for richness.
  3. Fill the shaker halfway with ice, creating a cold environment to chill and dilute the mixture slightly.
  4. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled, slightly frothy, and fragrant with spices.
  5. Prepare your martini glass by rimming the edge with sugar or cinnamon for a festive touch.
  6. Strain the shaken cocktail through the strainer into the prepared, chilled martini glass, ensuring a smooth pour free of ice shards.
  7. Garnish the drink with a cinnamon stick or a decorative sugar rim to enhance aroma and visual appeal.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy this silky, flavorful holiday treat that captures the cozy spirit of sugar cookies in a glass.