Gingerbread Eggnog Martini
Servings: 1 Serving
Ingredients
For the Gingerbread Simple Syrup
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup dark brown sugar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
For the Cinnamon Sugar Rim
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Martini
- 2 ounces eggnog
- 1 ounce RumChata
- 1 ounce Frangelico
- ½ to 1 ounce gingerbread simple syrup or to taste
Optional Garnish
- Dash cinnamon or nutmeg
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- Whipped cream
Instructions
To Make the Simple Syrup
- In a medium saucepan, combine the ingredients for the simple syrup.½ cup water, ½ cup dark brown sugar, 1 to 2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- Cook over low heat until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Cool completely before using.
To Make the Cinnamon Sugar Rim
- Pour the maple syrup onto a shallow dish. Dip the rim of a martini glass into the syrup.1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- Combine the cinnamon and sugar in a separate dish. Dip the rim into the cinnamon sugar, and chill the glass in the fridge until ready to use.2 tablespoons light brown sugar, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
To Make the Martini
- Pour the eggnog, RumChata, Frangelico, and simple syrup into a drink shaker. Gently swirl or shake until mixed. Strain into the chilled cocktail glass.2 ounces eggnog, 1 ounce RumChata, 1 ounce Frangelico, ½ to 1 ounce gingerbread simple syrup
- Garnish and enjoy! Scroll up and see the post for tips, answers to frequently asked questions, and storage information.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 drink. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
*The prep time doesn't include the time it takes to make the simple syrup. The instructions are included in this recipe, but it's assumed that the simple syrup would already be prepared.
*You'll have more than enough simple syrup for 1 drink. Save the rest for more cocktails or use it in lattes, on pancakes, or baked goods.
Nutrition Facts
Gingerbread Eggnog Martini
Serving Size
1 drink
Amount per Serving
Calories
192
% Daily Value*
Fat
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
20
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
33
mg
11
%
Sodium
36
mg
2
%
Potassium
316
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
25
g
8
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
21
g
23
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
127
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
138
mg
14
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
