If you’re ever in need of inspiration for your holiday cocktails, meals, and beyond, TikTok is your go-to destination for creative ideas. While doing my usual browsing through the app, I stumbled across a particularly fabulous video from content creator Austine (@austiine) and her ingenious creation of peppermint shots that will be the perfect addition to upcoming holiday festivities.

In the video, the creator demonstrated a clever technique where she placed peppermint candy pieces in an ice cube tray, ultimately creating perfectly frozen peppermint shot cups. In the comments section, she shared her detailed process: first melting the mints in the oven at 325°F for 20 minutes, then carefully pouring the molten candy into the tray to freeze until completely solid. Once frozen, she filled these festive vessels with Absolut Vanilla Vodka and topped them with a vanilla vodka-infused whipped cream, resulting in stunning, Instagram-worthy shot glasses that are both beautiful and delicious.

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While some commenters pointed out that you can simply purchase imitation peppermint shot glasses at your local dollar store — there’s something special about creating these from scratch. The homemade version not only adds a personal touch but also infuses your holiday gathering with that extra bit of magic. Plus, the aroma of fresh peppermint combined with vanilla vodka creates an irresistible sensory experience that store-bought alternatives just can’t match.

These peppermint shot glasses are perfect for holiday parties, Christmas Eve celebrations, or New Year’s gatherings. They’re sure to be a conversation starter and will have your guests impressed with your creativity and attention to detail. Just be sure to make extras – these festive shots tend to disappear quickly!

How To Make Peppermint Shots

Ingredients

• Peppermint candies (hard candies)
• Absolute Vanilla Vodka
• Vanilla vodka (for infusing whipped cream)

Equipment Needed

• Ice cube tray
• Baking sheet
• Oven

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. Place peppermint candies on a lined baking sheet.
3. Melt in the oven for 20 minutes or until completely liquefied.
4. Carefully pour the melted peppermint into ice cube tray molds.
5. Allow to freeze/solidify completely.

Assembly

1. Carefully remove peppermint shot glasses from mold.
2. Pour Absolute Vanilla Vodka into the peppermint cups.
3. Top with vanilla vodka-infused whipped cream.