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Holiday Candy Cane Prosecco

A festive and effervescent drink combining the sweetness of crushed candy canes with refreshing grapefruit juice and Prosecco for a delightful holiday toast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Cocktail, Drink
Cuisine: American, Festive
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 pieces small candy canes (crushed) The star of this recipe! Look for the classic peppermint flavor.
  • 1 bottle Champagne or Prosecco Opt for a reasonably priced bottle; crowd-pleasers include La Marca Prosecco or Moët & Chandon.
  • 1/2 cup fresh grapefruit juice For that zesty taste; fresh-squeezed is best, but bottled works in a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice or grapefruit juice (for the rim) Helps the crushed candy canes stick beautifully to the rim.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Crush the small candy canes by placing them into a small plastic bag and using a rolling pin or the back of a spoon to crush them into fine pieces.
  2. Prepare the rim by pouring some lime juice or grapefruit juice onto a small plate. Dip the rim of a glass into the juice and let the excess drip off.
  3. Dip the rim of the glass into the crushed candy canes, gently pressing and twisting to allow the candy to stick evenly.
Assembly
  1. Pour Prosecco or Champagne into the glass until it’s about three-quarters full.
  2. Top off with freshly squeezed grapefruit juice.
  3. Garnish the drink with a mini candy cane for presentation.

Notes

Serve immediately for the best fizz. You can prepare the candy cane rim in advance and store it in an airtight container.