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Cocktail History
The Kohler Mint Cocoa is a Novel Nightcaps original cocktail that was created for Kohler Chocolate Mint Brandy. This festive recipes takes inspiration from the Hot Peppermint Patty, elevating it with greater complexity and a stronger blend of rich, chocolatey brandy with a traditional hot cocoa base of milk, hot chocolate mix, and whipped cream. The addition of peppermint lends a refreshing, cooling note, making it an ideal holiday treat.
Cocktail Ingredients
To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following ingredient:
Milk: This is a nutrient-rich liquid that’s produced by mammals and is high in calcium, protein, and vitamin content. I used Prairie Farm Vitamin D Whole Milk.
Chocolate Mint Brandy: This is a type of brandy made with chocolate, peppermint, sugar, alcohol, and water. I used Kohler Chocolate Mint Brandy.
White Peppermint Schnapps: This is a liqueur made with peppermint, spearmint, sugar, alcohol, and water. I used DeKuyper Peppermint Schnapps Liqueur.
Dark Crème De Cacao: This is a liqueur made with dark chocolate, spices, sugar, alcohol, and water. I used Bols Crème De Cacao Dark Liqueur.
Hot Cocoa Mix: This is a powdered blend made with cocoa powder, sugar, and sometimes powdered milk or other ingredients. I used Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Premium Hot Cocoa Mix.
Whipped Cream: This is heavy cream that has been whipped and beaten until it is light and fluffy. I used Reddi-Wip Original Dairy Whipped Topping.
Grated Chocolate: This is candy made with cocoa, sugar, and milk. I used a Divine Milk Chocolate Bar.
Bartending Tools
To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following bar tools:
Bar Mat: This is a rubber or silicone mat that’s placed on the bar surface to catch spills, provide grip for glasses and tools, and keep the workspace clean and organized. I used the Highball & Chaser 18×12 Bar Mat.
Jigger: This is a small, double-sided measuring tool that’s used to accurately portion spirits and mixers, typically with one side measuring 1 oz and the other 1.5 or 2 oz. I used the Japanese jigger from the A Bar Above 14-Piece Silver Bar Set.
Saucepan: This is a deep cooking pot with a long handle and lid that’s used for simmering, boiling, and cooking on the stovetop. I used the All-Clad 3-Ply Stainless Steel 3 Quart Sauce Pan.
Spatula: This is a flat, broad kitchen tool that’s used for flipping, scraping, and stirring. I used the OXO Silicone Spatula.
Ladle: This is a large, deep-bowled spoon with a long handle that’s used for serving. I used the OXO Good Grips Silicone Everyday Ladle.
Grater: This is a tool that’s used to finely shred or zest ingredients. I used the OXO Good Grips Grater.
Irish Coffee Mug: This is a heat-resistant glass mug with a sturdy handle and footed base that’s used to serve warm drinks. I used the Pasabahce Vela Tall Glass Coffee Mug.
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Tasting Notes
This cocktail has the following flavor profile:
• Appearance: Dark brown color with a frothy white top
• Aroma: Cream and cocoa
• Taste: Rich, sweet chocolate flavor accented with bright mint
• Finish: Dark chocolate and brandy spices
Kendall’s Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Kendall’s Take: “This is hands down my all-time favorite Christmas cocktail, and it’s going to be hard to unseat it. This boozy hot chocolate is so delicious, with its creamy texture, deep cocoa taste, and hint of mint from both the decadent brandy and the peppermint schnapps. 10/10, absolutely recommend making the Kohler Mint Cocoa if you can find a bottle of chocolate-y mint brandy too!”
Recipe
Kohler Mint Cocoa
The Kohler Mint Cocoa is a Novel Nightcaps original cocktail that was created for Kohler Chocolate Mint Brandy. The recipe, which is essentially a Hot Peppermint Patty with more complexity and higher alcohol content, mixes the decadently-flavored spirit with the classic hot cocoa template of milk, hot chocolate mix, and whipped cream, and it also adds peppermint for a delightful and festive cooling quality.
Ingredients
Method
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Whisk hot cocoa mix into milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
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Mix chocolate mint brandy, white peppermint schnapps, and dark crème de cacao in a mug.
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When warm, pour hot cocoa into mug.
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Stir for 5-10 seconds.
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Garnish with whipped cream and grated chocolate.
