Gingerbread Martini

A spiced holiday dessert martini with vodka, gingerbread syrup, and cream liqueur.

Base spirit

Vodka

Style

Dessert

Glassware

Coupe

Technique

Shake

The Gingerbread Martini translates gingerbread-cookie spice into a shaken dessert cocktail. Vodka and cream liqueur carry ginger, molasses, and spice syrup. Served up, it is a recognizable Christmas and winter party drink.

Gingerbread Martini in a coupe, light brown, spice dusting.

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 oz vodka
• 1 oz Irish cream
• 0.75 oz gingerbread syrup
• 0.5 oz coffee liqueur optional

Did you know?

“Gingerbread cocktails followed the broader holiday dessert-flavor trend into winter bar menus.”

Source:Modern seasonal dessert cocktail menus

Bartender's Note

Homemade gingerbread syrup beats artificial mixes. Keep total sweetness in check.

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How to make the Gingerbread Martini

1Shake all ingredients with ice
2 into a chilled coupe
3Dust with nutmeg

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