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Liquor.com / Tim Nusog
Besides being a hallmark of the holidays, candy canes make damn-good cocktail garnishes. This yuletide-inspired take on the Mimosa packs a sweet-minty punch and looks great on a party tray. Quick tip: The longer you keep the candy cane in the drink, the redder and mintier your Mimosa will be.
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Ingredients
- 3/4 ounce white crème de menthe, chilled
- 1 dash chocolate bitters
- Sparkling wine, to top
- Garnish: melted chocolate chips
- Garnish: crushed candy cane
- Garnish: whole candy cane
Steps
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Rim a Champagne flute with melted chocolate chips and a crushed candy cane.
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Add the white créme de menthe and chocolate bitters into the prepared glass, and top with sparkling wine.
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Garnish with a whole candy cane.