Name: Sandbar Sleeper Shooter Drink
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 1/2 ounces Absolut vodka; 1 1/2 ounces Baileys; 1 1/2 ounces Kahlua; 1 1/2 ounces Frangelico; 3 ounces 2% Milk

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The Sandbar Sleeper recipe makes 4-5 shots of creamy delicious goodness. You’ve got notes of coffee, hazelnut and caramel, so what’s not to love?

This drink is a great candidate if you’re looking for a decadent and delicious cocktail to serve at your next party or event. This creamy shooter features a delightful blend of vodka, Baileys, Kahlua, and Frangelico, creating a rich and indulgent flavor profile that’s sure to impress your guests.

Tasting Notes

On the nose, you’ll detect the aroma of coffee, complemented by the nutty notes of hazelnut from the Frangelico. As you take a sip, the creaminess of the Baileys and milk coats your tongue, providing a luxurious mouthfeel.

The initial flavor is a balance of coffee and caramel, with the Kahlua adding a subtle bitterness that helps to offset the sweetness. The Frangelico then shines through, adding more of that delicate nuttiness. The finish is smooth and lingering.

Key Ingredients

You’ll need 5 ingredients to make this one, but you probably have most or all of them on hand already.

Vodka

This base spirit provides a neutral spirit that allows the other flavors to shine. The recipe calls for Absolut, but feel free to use other brands too and see what they can bring to the mix.

Baileys

Irish Cream contributes the creamy, velvety texture that makes this cocktail so indulgent. The warm notes of Irish whiskey, cream, and cocoa gives Baileys a distinct flavor that pairs perfectly with the other components.

Kahlua

This coffee-flavored liqueur, adds depth and complexity with rich, coffee-like notes. It also adds a needed hint of bitterness to the sweet creaminess of the other ingredients.

Frangelico

This hazelnut-flavored liqueur, brings a delicate nutty flavor that complements the coffee and caramel notes.

Milk

Milk will further enhance the creamy, indulgent texture and temper the sweetness. 2% milk is a designation we use in the United States, and it refers to milk with 2% of the milk fat of whole.

If it’s not available in your area, look for any milk that isn’t full-fat, and that will work well. Also, unsweetened plant milks taste great in this recipe.

Serving Suggestions

This drink is an excellent choice for a cocktail party or special occasion, as it’s easy to make ahead in big batches and keep in the fridge until time to serve.

It’s also easy to make. You simply fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add all the ingredients, and shake vigorously until well-chilled. Then strain the mixture into 4-5 shot glasses and serve.

For some visual flair, you can garnish the shots with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Keep in mind that the Sandbar Sleeper is a rather sweet drink, so it’s important to make sure your guests are happy with that level of sweetness. You can make it less sweet by adding more milk and/or vodka.

Food Pairings

Because this drink is already sweet, rich, and dessert-like, it’s great on its own. It makes a fantastic light dessert replacement.

But if you want to serve it with food, try something salty like roasted nuts or even potato chips. It can also complement dessert items like chocolate cakes, pecan pie or tiramisu.