Photo Credit: SLS Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

When a drink like the “Peppermint Bliss” is available during the holidays, it serves as a great excuse for a quick getaway or an attitude check.

Gift wrapping is not a strenuous activity, but it can become strenuous. Quite the appetite and thirst can manifest eventually overcoming and governing your next move. Luckily, the “Peppermint Bliss” is the best excuse for a quick getaway from the gift wrapping even if for just an hour. For others, however, it takes cheer in a martini glass to get them into the holiday spirit if they’re feeling a bit like Uncle Scrooge. Whatever the objective is, gather your friends and make sure to try it this weekend.

THE INGREDIENTS

The “Peppermint Bliss” is made with rich Godiva chocolate liqueur, Hennessy Black cognac, Menta Fernet Vittone and whipping cream. It is topped with a spray of chocolate bitters, garnished with fresh mint and served with a peppermint dust rim from crushed candy canes.

PRICE

You can order the “Peppermint Bliss” cocktail for $12.

WHERE

The cocktail can be found at the beautiful and rustic Monkey Bar inside SLS Las Vegas Hotel & Casino at 2535 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.

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