A winter cocktail doesn’t have to be all spice and heavy flavors. Sometimes the season calls for something bright, snowy, and refreshing—and that’s exactly what this Frosted Coco-Mint Sparkler brings to the table. It’s light, cold, and creamy with fresh mint and a winter-white coconut base that feels almost like a tropical getaway with a frosty twist.
The combination of white rum and coconut rum keeps it fun and festive without being overly sweet, while the sparkling topper adds that bubbly finish that makes every sip feel like a celebration. It’s the perfect drink for holiday gatherings, snowy nights by the fire, or anytime you want something seasonal that isn’t the same old eggnog or spiced cider.
This drink also looks incredible—icy, bright, and garnished with cranberries for that pop of holiday red. Serve it in chilled glasses and watch it shine. If you’re aiming to impress your guests with minimal effort, this cocktail delivers every time.
Whether you're hosting a gathering or unwinding after a long day, the Frosted Coco-Mint Sparkler is the kind of winter refresher that brings a festive lift without weighing you down. Clean flavors, smooth coconut, and that crisp minty finish make each sip worth savoring.
Ingredients
- 11 mint leaves
- 1 oz coconut syrup (or simple syrup with a splash of coconut extract)
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz white rum
- 1 oz coconut rum
- 0.25 cup light coconut cream (not canned coconut milk—lighter and frothier)
- crushed ice
- 1 splash sparkling water
- cranberries for garnish
- 1 small mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Rub the glass rim with a lime wedge and dip into coarse sugar or crushed peppermint. Set aside.
- Add mint leaves and coconut syrup to a shaker; gently muddle to release aroma without shredding the mint.
- Add lime juice, white rum, coconut rum, coconut cream, and a scoop of crushed ice. Shake hard until frosty and well-mixed.
- Fill your rimmed glass with fresh crushed ice.
- Strain the drink over the ice and top with a splash of sparkling water for fizz.
- Garnish with cranberries and a fresh mint sprig. Serve immediately.