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Christmas Vacation Dirty Chai Cocktail (with mocktail) | halfbakedharvest.com
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Christmas Vacation Dirty Chai Cocktail (with mocktail)

A dessert-style drink this is the perfect "Christmas Vacation" cocktail to enjoy all season long!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: cocktails, drink
Cuisine: American
Key Ingredient: chai, Kahlua, vodka
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 227kcal

Ingredients

Spiced Vanilla Chai Honey Syrup

Christmas Vacation Dirty Chai Cocktail

Instructions

  • 1. To make the chai honey syrup. In a medium pot, bring 1/2 cup water and the honey to a boil. Remove from the heat and add the chai tea bags and cinnamon. Cover and steep 10 minutes. Remove the tea bags and add the vanilla and ginger. Let cool. This syrup makes enough for about 6 drinks.
    2. If desired, rim your glass with vanilla cinnamon sugar.
    3. In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, Kahlua, espresso, molasses, and 1-2 tablespoons chai syrup. Shake well to combine. Add the coconut milk and ice and shake vigorously for 1 minute. Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with cinnamon stick, grated nutmeg, and star anise, if desired. 
    4. Mocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 1/2 ounces of apple cider or apple juice, 2 ounces of espresso, molasses, and 1-2 tablespoons chai syrup. Shake well to combine. Add the coconut milk and ice and shake vigorously for 1 minute. Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with cinnamon stick, grated nutmeg, and star anise, if desired. 

Nutrition

Calories: 227kcal