Breckenridge Candy Cane Vodka
Breckenridge Candy Cane Vodka is a 40% ABV (80 proof), 750mL seasonal flavored vodka from Breckenridge Distillery in Breckenridge, Colorado — peppermint candy cane flavor with a hint of white chocolate bark, released for the holiday season. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Style: Seasonal flavored vodka — candy cane / peppermint
- Flavor: Peppermint with hints of white chocolate bark
- Released: Holiday season, November 2024
- Origin: Breckenridge, Colorado
A Candy Cane, Distilled for the Holidays
Breckenridge Distillery — the Colorado craft distillery behind a line of flavored vodkas that includes Pear, Chili Chile and Espresso — built Candy Cane Vodka to bottle the holiday season itself: founder and CEO Bryan Nolt describes the mission as encapsulating the magic of the season in every bottle. The red-striped bottle is dressed for the table, and Liquid Chef Billie Keithley built a run of festive serves around it, from a Candy Cane Crush with white chocolate liqueur to peppermint cocoa and candy cane eggnog. Browse the Breckenridge collection, more vodka, and the wider spirits shelves at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
Breckenridge's own notes: peppermint on the nose, then a thick, sweet palate of peppermint with hints of white chocolate bark, closing on a lingering sweet peppermint finish — reminiscent of a classic peppermint candy cane.
How to Enjoy
Neat or on the rocks for the full candy cane effect, or make it the star of holiday cocktails: stir it into hot cocoa with marshmallows, shake a Candy Cane Crush with white chocolate liqueur and cream, or spike eggnog and garnish with grated nutmeg. A crushed candy cane rim turns any of them into a party piece.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Breckenridge Candy Cane Vodka taste like? Peppermint first — sweet and thick, with hints of white chocolate bark and a lingering peppermint finish, like a classic candy cane in a glass.
What is the proof? 80 proof (40% ABV), in a 750mL bottle.
Is it available all year? No — it is a seasonal holiday release from Breckenridge Distillery, launched in November 2024 for the festive season.
What cocktails can I make with it? The distillery's own recipes include the Candy Cane Crush, Candy Cane-Nog, Peppermint Cocoa and a candy cane shot — it also works anywhere a peppermint lift belongs, from espresso martinis to hot chocolate.
Stock the holiday bar early — pick up Breckenridge Candy Cane Vodka at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.