Peppermint White Russian Mocktail

This delicious Peppermint White Russian Mocktail is minty and creamy with notes of cocoa and coffee. It is festive, easy to make, and comes with two alcohol free versions- one with non alcoholic spirits and one without.

Try my Espresso Martini Mocktail for another coffee based mocktail! Or if you really love this flavor combo, try my Peppermint Mocha Cookies.

Why You’ll LOVE This White Russian Mocktail:

• Two delicious versions- one with non alcoholic spirits and one without. This makes it great for new or seasoned mocktail enthusiasts.
• Packed with sweet peppermint flavor! The best flavor of the holidays, in my humble option. I love eating homemade Peppermint Bark while sipping on it.

What Is A White Russian?

A White Russian is a popular cocktail made with vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream. There are many different variations out there, just like everything else. My version is non alcoholic, has a dose of peppermint and chocolate to make it festive for the holiday season.

Ingredients In A Peppermint White Russian Mocktail

This recipe has two versions: one with and one without non alcoholic spirits. I do want to note there is a very small difference in taste between the two versions.

Version #1 – With Non Alcoholic Spirits

• Non Alcoholic Vodka: I use Seedlip Spice 94. Here is a great guide to other types of non alcoholic vodka out there.
• Non Alcoholic Coffee Liqueur: I use Lyres Coffee Originale. I do not know of any other options out there at this time.
• Peppermint Simple Syrup: Feel free to use store-bought or homemade. I have a recipe here that has instructions for making your own with peppermint candy, candy canes, or peppermint extract. You can also use peppermint extract or essential oil but it doesn’t taste as good in my opinion.
• Half and Half: I love the creaminess and consistency it gives to the mocktail. Feel free to use other types of milk or cream. Just remember the less fat in the milk the less creamy it will be.
• Chocolate Syrup: This is used on the rim to help the crushed candy canes stick to it. I also like to drizzle some inside the glass.
• Mini Candy Canes: Crush a few to use on the rim of your glass and leave one aside as a garnish.

Version #2 – WITHOUT Non Alcoholic Spirits

• Tonic Water: It is known for boosting flavors in drinks but it also helps to mimics the light flavor of vodka.
• Espresso: You can use strongly brewed coffee in it’s place.
• Vanilla Extract: This brings more depth of flavor to the coffee and helps mimic coffee liqueur.
• Peppermint Simple Syrup: see note above.
• Half and Half: see note above.
• Chocolate Syrup: see note above.
• Mini Candy Canes: see note above.

How to Make A Peppermint White Russian Mocktail At Home

This is a quick overview of the steps. The recipe card below will have more details.

1. Rim your glass with chocolate syrup and then roll it in crushed candy canes.
2. Drizzle the inside of the glass with chocolate syrup. Throw it in the freezer for 5 minutes.
3. Combine the peppermint syrup, non alcoholic vodka (or tonic water), and non alcoholic coffee liqueur (or espresso and vanilla extract). Add to your chilled glass.
4. Pour in the half and half and gently stir.
5. Garnish with a mini candy cane.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

More Festive Holiday Mocktails You Might Enjoy:

• Non Alcoholic Mulled Wine
• Cranberry Margarita Mocktail
• Non Alcoholic Coquito
• Mimosa Mocktail
• Dirty Martini Mocktail
• Moscow Mule Mocktail
• Smoked Whiskey Sour Mocktail
• Apple Cider Sangria Mocktail
• Apple Bee’s Knees Mocktail
• Grapefruit Ginger Beer Mocktail
• Browse my many mocktails here!

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