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Candyland Carousel Martini Recipe

  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 10 min

Ingredients

Scale

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka

  • 1 oz triple sec

  • 1 oz cranberry juice

  • ½ oz blue curaçao

  • ½ oz grenadine

  • ½ cup crushed ice

  • Whipped cream (for frosting the rim)

  • Cotton candy (for frosting)

  • Candy gems or sprinkles (for garnish)

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1 oz lemon-lime soda (for fizz)

  • ½ oz vanilla or whipped vodka (for extra sweetness)

  • Edible glitter (for sparkle)

  • Rock candy stick (for garnish)

  • Rim sugar (for added crunch)

Instructions

Preparation Frost and prep your glass

Step 1: Rim with whipped cream and cotton candy
Using a spoon or piping bag, coat the rim of a martini glass with whipped cream. Press cotton candy gently into the whipped cream to stick. Carefully roll the rim into sprinkles or candy gems for a fully frosted look. Place glass in freezer to chill while you mix the cocktail.

Mix the magic

Step 2: Add ingredients to shaker
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz vodka, 1 oz triple sec, 1 oz cranberry juice, ½ oz blue curaçao, and ½ oz grenadine. Add ½ cup crushed ice.

Step 3: Shake it up
Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until the mix is chilled and slightly frothy. The cranberry and grenadine balance the citrus liqueurs and create a bright, candy-like profile.

Strain and garnish

Step 4: Strain into glass
Remove your decorated martini glass from the freezer. Strain the cocktail into the glass slowly to avoid disturbing the rim decorations.

Step 5: Garnish extravagantly
Top with more whipped cream, sprinkles, or a mini swirl of cotton candy. Add a rock candy stick, marshmallow skewer, or candy cane for a carousel-style look.

Notes

  • Cotton candy melts fast—add it at the last second for dramatic effect.

  • Always rim the glass before pouring your drink to keep your garnishes in place.

  • If using whipped cream from a can, chill it first for better structure.

  • Triple sec adds a sweet citrus base that pairs beautifully with berry flavors—Cointreau or orange liqueur work great too.

  • Use clear vodka for a clean, candy-focused flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min

Nutrition

  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 15 mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 0g

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