Shots

Indian Summer

Two shot glasses full of a dark brown cocktail mixture

Like most drinks featuring amaretto and Kahlua, the Indian Summer cocktail is all about flavor. It’s served as a shot, but it’s definitely not one you need to chug. The Indian Summer cocktail tastes like a black coffee with almond flavored syrup, only richer due to the more complex flavors of the Kahlua. It’s sweet ... Read the full article →

Bri’s Almond Cider

Apple cider and amaretto in a shot glass

Have you ever had almonds with apples? It’s a great pairing, and the basis of Bri’s Almond Cider, which blends equal parts amaretto and apple cider. The flavor of Bri’s Almond Cider is pretty sweet, but the tang in the apple cider rescues it from being as candy-like as, say, a B-52. This is not ... Read the full article →

Fiery German

Close up shot of an amber whisky or liquor

The Fiery German is a simple shot to pour, but the flavor is complex. It features the herbal notes of Jagermeister (often described as something like black licorice) and the spice of cinnamon. Many people think Jagermeister exists only to be poured into shots and guzzled at light speed so as to avoid the taste, ... Read the full article →

T-52 Shooter

Two T-52 shots on a silver bar

If you enjoy a B-52, you’ve got to try the T-52 Shooter. It’s basically the same drink, but with the Irish cream swapped for a strawberry cream liqueur. That goes incredibly well with both the coffee and orange flavors of the other two liqueurs. In fact, you know how the B-52 tastes like caramel candy? ... Read the full article →

French Toast

French toast cocktail in a cocktail glass

The French Toast drink recipe really does taste pretty much like its namesake. It’s a sweet little cocktail, perfect as a shot or a longer drink. It’s really not very good as a breakfast replacement, just in case you were wondering. It’s fabulous as a dessert replacement, however. It’s also enjoyable as a nightcap, or ... Read the full article →

Five Aces

A Five Aces cocktail in a shot glass

The Five Aces cocktail blends an intriguing combination of flavors: almond, a hint of apricot and sour apple. This is one shot that deserves to be sipped rather than tipped. This drink is a nice choice anytime you feel like having a shot that actually tastes good. It’s not quite sweet enough to be thought ... Read the full article →

Eliminator

The Eliminator cocktail, with the rum aflame

Who doesn’t love a cocktail you can set on fire? The Eliminator is your basic one ounce shot comprised of three different liquors – well, four, if you count the rum that burns off when you light it. This is a fun drink for getting loosened up as the evening’s just getting started. But remember, ... Read the full article →

Midnight Oil

Three Midnight Oil shooters lined up on a bar

The Midnight Oil shot got its name from its appearance: it looks a little like oil. It’s basically three parts amaretto to one part Jagermeister, and the flavor is rich, nutty and slightly fruity. This shooter is better savored than chugged. Enjoy a Midnight Oil whenever you’re in the mood for something a little sweet. ... Read the full article →

Ground Zero

Ground Zero cocktail

The Ground Zero cocktail has a strange combination of flavors. Peppermint and coffee mingle with whiskey for a taste that’s just plain hard to describe, and definitely not for everyone. It’s sort of smoky and minty and earthy. This is a pure alcohol shot, and as such, can be chugged or savored. It’s nice for ... Read the full article →

Oatmeal Cookie

Oatmeal Cookie cocktail against white

Imagine this: a raisin-free oatmeal cookie in the form of a drink. That’s what the Oatmeal Cookie cocktail tastes like. It’s a really fun, delicious drink – excellent as a dessert drink, and perfect for cool fall evenings where it’s not chilly enough to start a fire but you need something to keep you warm. ... Read the full article →

Marshmallow Shooter {MixThatDrink Original}

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The Marshmallow Shooter is a cocktail recipe I invented. I haven’t found any other cocktails of the same name, nor any that try to emulate the taste of a marshmallow in cocktail form. And let me tell you: it’s not easy. But I think this recipe does at least suggest the flavor of marshmallow. Marshmallows ... Read the full article →

Black Cactus

Black Cactus cocktail against white background with blackberries

The Black Cactus gets its name from the use of blackberry brandy (hence the “black”) and tequila (hence the cactus reference). It’s a fun little drink that you can scale down to shots (just use 1/2 ounce of each ingredient) if you’re so inclined, since that’s a fun way to down this one. The blackberry ... Read the full article →

Mexican Red Hot

Four red shooters, lined up in a row

The recipe for a Mexican Red Hot cocktail calls for Aftershock cinnamon schnapps. Really, any kind of cinnamon schnapps will give you the same flavor, but Aftershock is red while the others are clear. The red gives the drink a nice visual kick. This cocktail does actually taste a lot like the candy it’s named ... Read the full article →

Warp Core Breach

Brown cocktail in shot glass

Like most shooters, the Warp Core Breach is designed to get a lot of alcohol into you quickly, so absolutely no room in the glass is wasted on mixers. With a name like Warp Core Breach, of course, you’re not expecting anything subtle. It’s meant to be drunk as a shot, but it’s not a ... Read the full article →

Undertow

Blue cocktail in shot glass

The Undertow is a 100% alcohol shooter cocktail that balances sweet with tangy very nicely. The sweet comes from the raspberry schnapps and the tangy from the orange flavor of the blue curacao. It’s also one of the simplest drinks you’ll ever pour, so if you have any concerns about your skills as a bartender, ... Read the full article →

German Cherry Bomb

Brown, whitish and dark pink shooter

The German Cherry Bomb is a layered shooter, so see our guide on how to layer a cocktail with nothing more than a spoon and some patience. This drink actually doesn’t involve any cherry ingredients – the grenadine passes for that flavor. The cream cuts down a little on the sweetness. And of course, you’re ... Read the full article →

Oil Slick

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The Oil Slick cocktail will surprise you. It blends the sweet herbal notes of Jagermeister with a peppermint liqueur. It’s not a flavor you’d expect. While you can make a perfectly tasty version of this by just pouring the two liqueurs into a shot glass and stirring, it’s actually better shaken. It’s also a good ... Read the full article →

Santa Shot

Nice three-layered cocktail isolated on white with clipping path

The Santa Shot is a gorgeous little red and green layered shot that tastes like a candy cane. It’s Christmas ascetics combined with Christmas flavors, and it packs plenty of Christmas spirit. You might even want to leave one out for Santa with his cookies. This is a great treat for parties, especially as an ... Read the full article →

Love Bite

Three layered cocktail - Free Love

The Love Bite is a layered shooter, like the B52, only more fruity and less sweet. It blends cherry and orange liqueurs with a bit of cream to give it some richness. And yes, it does have a little bit of a bite, in the tart edge of the cherry and orange. This is a ... Read the full article →

Brain Teaser

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The Brain Teaser cocktail is a sweet little shot featuring almond and peach liqueurs with cream to round it all out. Thanks to the cream, it’s a bit light on the alcohol compared to some shots. It’s somewhat reminiscent of a White Russian, given the richness of the cream and liqueurs together. But instead of ... Read the full article →

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