Santa’s Sleigh Cocktail
A creamy, spiced holiday cocktail featuring dark rum, coffee liqueur, cream, and warm seasonal spices—perfect for festive nights.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring jigger
- Strainer
- Bar spoon
- Fine grater
- Rocks glass or coupe glass
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 2 oz dark rum
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1 oz heavy cream
- 1/2 oz simple syrup optional
- Dash of ground cinnamon
- Dash of ground nutmeg
- Ice cubes for shaking
- Grated nutmeg or cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Pour in dark rum, coffee liqueur, cream, and simple syrup.
- Add a dash of cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until chilled.
- Strain into a chilled glass filled with ice or serve straight up.
- Garnish with grated nutmeg or a cinnamon stick.
Notes
Freshly grated nutmeg provides stronger aroma. Use half-and-half for a lighter version. Chilling the glass improves overall flavor and texture.