How to Make a Nutcracker Liquor

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Make a Nutcracker Liquor

A Nutcracker is a traditional holiday cocktail made from various combinations of vodka, Amaretto, Bailey's Irish Cream, Kahlua and Frangelico. There are many variations, but the recipe below is a standard one. Feel free to experiment with garnishes and other liqueurs.
Some recipes (see Resources) call for the addition of milk or ice cream. Others are blended with crushed ice. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • 2 oz. Amaretto
  • 2 oz. Bailey's Irish Cream
  • 2 oz. Kahlua
  • 2 oz. vodka
  • Ice
  • Cocktail shaker or blender
  • Chilled glasses
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Instructions

    • 1

      Put all ingredients in a shaker full of ice.

    • 2

      Shake well.

    • 3

      Strain into chilled glasses.

    • 4

      Serve and enjoy.

    • 5

      For a slushy drink, put 1 cup ice into a blender, add the liquors, and blend until smooth. Pour into glasses.

Tips & Warnings

  • See Resources for variations, and be creative.

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