Candy cane martini

This minty martini is a throwback to childhood Christmases of yore. Serve it at a holiday celebration, or enjoy it with a loved one by a crackling fire.

Servings: 2

Ingredients
• 6 ice cubes
• 1/4 cup vodka
• 2 tablespoons white vermouth
• 2 tablespoons crème de menthe
• 1-1/2 teaspoons spearmint cream
• 2 candy canes
• 4 red maraschino cherries
• 2 green maraschino cherries

Directions
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the ice cubes of vodka, vermouth, simple syrup, and crème de menthe. Shake for about 30 seconds or until well blended.

2. In 2 martini glasses, strain the candy cane martini mixture (without the ice cubes).

3. Garnish each glass with a candy cane pierced with 2 red and 1 green maraschino cherry.