Gingerbread Spice Delight

This delightful gingerbread spice cocktail is a festive and sweetly spiced holiday drink made with a blend of vodka, Kahlua, creamy half and half, and homemade gingerbread syrup. It's the perfect drink to enjoy during the holiday season, with its warm flavors and charming presentation.

Gingerbread Spice Delight

A delightful and sweetly spiced holiday cocktail featuring vodka, Kahlua, creamy half and half, and homemade gingerbread syrup.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1-2 ounces gingerbread syrup
  • 1 ounce vodka
  • 2 ounces half and half
  • 1/2 ounce Kahlua
  • ice
  • 1-2 teaspoons vanilla frosting
  • 2-3 Tablespoons festive sprinkles
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 Tablespoons molasses
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. If making your own gingerbread syrup: In a medium saucepan, heat water and sugar over medium heat, whisking together until it becomes steamy and sugar dissolves. Add molasses, ground ginger, and cinnamon. Continue whisking 2-3 minutes more until ingredients are combined and everything is dissolved together.
  2. To rim the glass, add a few Tablespoons of Christmas sprinkles to a shallow saucer. Using a butter knife, spread a thin layer of frosting to the rim of the glass. Dip the frosting layer into the sprinkles.
  3. Fill the glass halfway with ice, followed by the vodka, half and half, Kahula, and 1-2 ounces of gingerbread syrup, to taste.
  4. Give the drink a gentle stir to combine, then enjoy!