Peppermint Coffee Whiskey Cocktail (Holiday Hammer)
A creamy peppermint coffee cocktail with whiskey warmth, perfect for Ozarks winter evenings and holiday pours.
Holiday Hammer blends cold brew coffee, GBR-17 Whiskey, cream, and peppermint into a festive but grounded cocktail. It starts smooth, finishes with a lift, and makes sense for winter nights, holiday menus, and cold-weather sipping in the Ozarks.
Glassware
16 oz coffee mug
• 6 oz Ol’ 17 Cold Brew Coffee
• 1–2 oz GBR-17 Whiskey
• 3 oz heavy cream
• 4 Red Bird peppermints, divided
• Ice, optional for a colder serve
Ingredients
• 6 oz Ol’ 17 Cold Brew Coffee
• 1–2 oz GBR-17 Whiskey
• 3 oz heavy cream
• 4 Red Bird peppermints, divided
• Ice, optional for a colder serve
Instructions
1. Add 2 Red Bird peppermints to a 16 oz glass or mug.
2. Muddle until crushed into fine pieces.
3. Pour in 6 oz Ol’ 17 Cold Brew Coffee and stir until the peppermint begins to dissolve.
4. Add 1–2 oz GBR-17 Whiskey.
5. Pour in 3 oz heavy cream and stir slowly until blended.
6. Add the remaining peppermints on top, crushed or whole.
7. Add ice if desired and serve.
Garnish (optional)
Crushed peppermint or candy cane