Sugar Cookie Martini
The Sugar Cookie Martini is a sweet, creamy cocktail that captures the nostalgic flavor of holiday baking in a glass. It combines vanilla vodka, Irish cream liqueur, and almond syrup to create a smooth, dessert-like drink with a velvety texture and a hint of nuttiness, garnished with a mini sugar cookie or cinnamon sugar for a festive touch.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Martini glass
- Measuring jigger
- Strainer
- Garnish picker or toothpick
Ingredients
- 2 oz vanilla vodka preferably chilled
- 1 oz Irish cream liqueur like Baileys
- 0.5 oz almond syrup or almond extract
- ice as needed ice for chilling
- 1 piece mini sugar cookie for garnish
- a pinch cinnamon sugar optional garnish
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and tools, including a cocktail shaker, measuring jigger, strainer, martini glass, and garnish pick.
- Fill the cocktail shaker with ice, ensuring it's well-chilled before adding the liquids.
- Pour in the vanilla vodka and Irish cream, then add a splash of almond syrup for a nutty aroma.
- Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds, until the outside feels frosty and cold to the touch.
- Place a strainer over your chilled martini glass and pour the mixture, catching any ice shards or cookie crumbs.
- Garnish the drink with a mini sugar cookie or sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top for an extra festive touch.
Notes
For an extra festive look, rim the glass with cinnamon sugar before pouring the cocktail. Using fresh, high-quality Irish cream enhances the richness of the drink. Chill your glass in the freezer for 10 minutes beforehand to keep the cocktail cold longer.