Buying too many candy canes at the start of the holiday season is easy. Here are five ways to use up the leftover quintessential holiday treats.

Get into the holiday spirit with this tasty candy cane martini recipe ... your holiday gatherings. To a cocktail shaker add ice, peppermint twist vodka, Irish cream, Kahlua, and light cream.

Strain into martini glass and garnish with a mini candy cane. Spiked Mexican Hot ... made with Belgian Chocolate and Irish cream. Add raspberries to a cocktail shaker and muddle lightly.