And so it is with DIY peppermint candy shot glasses, picturesque little tankards which are so much more fun than the shop-brought variety. In an idea conjured up by US drinks alchemist and blogger ...

This peppermint shot recipe couldn’t be more ... Step 2: Dip the rim of the glass into the corn syrup and then into the candy. Be sure that the entire rim is covered.

Pour the red mixture into small shot glasses or mini muffin tins ... but it gives a sweet peppermint crunch to each bite. These Candy Cane Jell-O Shots are more than just a pretty addition ...