Candy Cane Shots – Make up this peppermint flavored vodka and use it to make the most festive holiday shots ever – Candy Cane Shots! Easy peppermint vodka recipe to make this Christmas season.
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This is a very easy and fun way to make Christmas shots and peppermint vodka at home. Just 2 simple ingredients and you’ll be able to enjoy a homemade peppermint vodka this holiday season. Skip the store bought drinks and whip up homemade peppermint vodka shots for all of your holiday gatherings.
This post is about how to make Candy Cane Shots for Christmas.
Peppermint Shots
Looking for some fun holiday drinks? Then you have to try out these Christmas shots made from peppermint candy disks and unflavored vodka. This candy cane vodka is so easy to make and simple to share with your party guests. This drink tastes like a White Christmas in a bottle. A strong peppermint flavor and a bite from the vodka is rounded up with an icy cool finish. I simply love all things peppermint, candy cane for the holidays, and these peppermint vodka shots won’t disappoint! Just fill the peppermint vodka in your favorite shot glasses and surprise your party guests with the most delicious holiday cocktail!
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE
Only 2 Ingredients. What a better way to make your own peppermint flavored vodka.
Perfect for holiday parties. This candy cane shots recipe has a very strong peppermint flavor and will be loved by all the party guests.
Strong peppermint flavor. Perfect for the holidays!
Easy to serve for a large crowd. Serve the flavored vodka into your favorite shot glasses and watch them disappear.
INGREDIENTS NOTES FOR CANDY CANE SHOTS
You only need 2 ingredients for this recipe and mason jars.
Unflavored Vodka
HOW TO MAKE CANDY CANE SHOTS
1 . Unwrap your peppermints and place 10 in each mason jar.
2. Evenly divide the vodka between both mason jars.
3. Place the lid on each jar, tightly, and give a slight shake, turning the jar upside down.
4. Place in the fridge for 5 days or until the peppermints are completely dissolved.
5. There will be a white layer at the bottom of the mason jars. Simply turn the jars upside down for about an hour and then shake them well.
6. Pour and enjoy!
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
- In theory, you should be able to keep these in a cool, pantry, or similar area. However, I have found this keeps much longer and has a much better taste if stored in the fridge. It starts to have a bitter aftertaste otherwise. Store in the mason jars or another sealed drink container until used up. This will last a long time in the fridge, if it even needs to last that long. 😉
- I did not test this recipe using soft peppermints. I don’t know how well those would do since their flavor isn’t as strong and when disintegrated, they’re grainy, not smooth. So, I do not suggest soft peppermints. Try at your own risk.
- Using a good vodka makes your finished product taste that much better. Get the cheap vodka and it will taste like a cheap peppermint vodka.
- I used Smirnoff vodka as it’s a decent price for some not-so-bad vodka.
- You can place this all in one jar as well, but it will take longer to sit.
- When I serve it, I crush up some of the peppermint discs then dip the tips of the shot glasses in a bit of light corn syrup before dipping the tops in the crushed peppermint.
RECIPE FAQ’S
CAN I ADD MORE PEPPERMINT DISKS?
Yes, sure. The ratio of candy canes and vodka in this recipe create a strong hint of flavor, if you prefer it even more minty, simple add in a few more candy canes!
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Candy Cane Shots
Equipment
- 2 16 oz Mason Jars
Ingredients
- 20 peppermint disks
- 1 bottle unflavored vodka (750ml)
Instructions
- 1 . Unwrap your peppermints and place 10 in each mason jar.
- 2. Evenly divide the vodka between both mason jars.
- 3. Place the lid on each jar, tightly, and give a slight shake, turning the jar upside down.
- 4. Place in the fridge for 5 days or until the peppermints are completely dissolved.
- 5. There will be a white layer at the bottom of the mason jars. Simply turn the jars upside down for about an hour and then shake them well.
- 6. Pour and enjoy!
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