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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Servings
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.
These are my favorite Christmas drinks, Pam!! I hope you enjoy them too!
Looks 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.
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This is so fun and tasty!
Haha! I love making things at home for less! Happy to hear you enjoyed it :)
Exactly like the Peppermint Patti at the chalet in Breckenridge… only a hellava lot cheaper!
Ooooh Deanna that sounds amazing! I need to try it!
I make mine with vodka, kahlua and a peppermint schnapps float. You should try it…delicious and tastes just like one!
Yes!
When do I add the 1/4 cup creme de cacao to the recipe? With the schnapps?
Thank you Mary!
You forgot 1/4 cup creme de cacao in your recipe.
This is the perfect Christmas cocktail!
I love this cocktail! I wish I could have it now!
How festive! I would love one of these right now!
I need to get my hands on this cocktail right now!
This looks seriously unbelievable!
I’m totally loving this flavor combo and how beautiful it looks!
LOL!! 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.
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This 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!
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You’re welcome Marion! :)
What a fun and festive drink!
I 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.
i love peppermint schnapps. this looks yummy!
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this is definitely going to be making an appearance on my table. and soon!
Oooooh…gotta try these – and soon!
One word:
YUM!
This is wonderful! Really takes the chill out of the bones quickly. Also great for a night in front of the fireplace. Janet
I love a good mint choco!
Yummy! 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!
I’m a total sucker for warm holiday drinks and this may well be something I’ll add to my regulars this winter. So yummy!