White Spider
INGREDIENTS
- 2 oz vodka
- ¾ oz peppermint schnapps (or white crème de menthe)
- Garnish: fresh mint sprig
INSTRUCTIONS
Shake the liquid ingredients vigorously with ice. Strain into an ice- filled old-fashioned glass or chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with the mint sprig.
VARIATIONS: For a Mint Martini, increase the peppermint schnapps to 11/4 ounces, and serve in a chilled cocktail glass.
For a Green Spider, substitute 3/4 ounce peppermint syrup for the peppermint schnapps, and add tonic water.
For a Green Russian, substitute green crème de menthe for the peppermint schnapps.
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NOTES
The quintessential nightcap, this is one of many vodka Stinger versions. Peppermint schnapps is preferred over the usual crème de menthe, and while some prefer this drink up, others enjoy it over crushed ice.
