Mint is a great end of the year flavor so why not infused into your libations? Smirnoff Peppermint Twist is a great and fun way to craft holiday themed cocktails. Here are some cool recipes to start.

 Gingerbread Martini – Courtesy of Kendra Darr from Simply Darrling

• 3 ounces Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka
• 3 ounces Irish cream
• 2 Tablespoons gingerbread syrup (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ounces cream
• Whipped Cream & Crushed Gingerbread cookies for garnish

Instructions:

• In a cocktail shaker, add ice, Smirnoff Vodka, Irish Cream, Gingerbread Syrup, Vanilla Extract, and Cream.
• Shake, Shake Shake, Strain into a martini glass and garnish with whipped cream and crushed gingerbread cookies

Winter Whisperer

• 1.5 oz Smirnoff Peppermint Twist
• .75 oz pomegranate syrup
• .75 oz fresh lemon juice
• 8 mint leaves
• 2 oz Club Soda

Instructions:

• Muddle mint with syrup, and add lemon juice and Smirnoff Peppermint Twist.
• Fill with ice and shake.
• Strain over ice in a rocks glass and top with club soda.
• Pomegranate syrup: mix 4 oz POM with 4 oz sugar

Holiday Bliss

• 1 oz Smirnoff Peppermint Twist
• .5 oz Don Julio Añejo Tequila
• 3 oz Rich Chocolate Milk

Instructions:

• Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and shake.
• Strain into a rocks glass and top with grated cinnamon.

Cheers!

Via Smirnoff