Category Archives: Shot-tails, Shots & Shooters

Shots and shooters get the party started, the weekend started and often end the evening with the same bang it begain with. These mini Shot-tails pack a whollop, so please sip responsiblly.

Bawdy Toddy

Posted on December 28, 2012 | Comments Off

Hot Toddy cocktails are great for sipping fireside, but the Bawdy Toddy was definitely designed with Girl’s Night out in mind. Let loose and enjoy a little cool weather goodness with this warming shot.

Apple goodness with warm bourbon notes. Bit of nut.

Bawdy Toddy – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 measure Bourbon or Whiskey

1/2 measure Apple Cider

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into shot glass.

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Tagged Apple Cider, Bawdy Toddy, Bourbon, Girl's Night Out, Shot-tails, Whiskey

Mudslide Shot

Posted on December 21, 2012 | Comments Off

Slip into sultry seduction with this little shot of liquid pleasure. It presents nicely and tastes delicious!

Mudslide Shot – adapted by Cheri Loughlin

1 measure Coffee Liqueur

1 measure Irish Cream

1 measure Vanilla Vodka or Rum

Layer liquids in shot glass in order given. Layer by carefully pouring liquids over back of bar spoon one on top of the next.

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Tagged Coffee Liqueur, Irish Cream, Layered Shot, Mudslide, Mudslide Shot, Rum, Shot-tails, Vanilla Vodka

Wench’s Sister

Posted on October 25, 2012 | Leave a comment

Voluptuous, fiery spirited damsels step right up. Wench’s Sister offers options to shoot, share or sip languorously. But beware… too much of a good thing might bring swashbucklers and pirates lurking at your bar stool.

Wench’s Sister – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 ounce Silver Rum

1/2 ounce Peach Schnapps

1/4 ounce Amaretto

1/2 ounce Cranberry Juice

1/2 ounce Orange Juice

1/4 ounce Lemon Juice

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into shooter glass or divide between two shot glasses. Can also be served on the rocks for longer stays at the tavern.

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Tagged Amaretto, Cranberry Juice, Lemon Juice, Orange Juice, Peach Schnapps, Rum, Shot-tails, Wench's Sister

Catacombs of Paris

Posted on October 23, 2012 | 2 Comments

Absinthe has had its share of eerie earlier beginnings. In the early 1900’s, Jean Lanfray was convicted of murdering his wife and children while under the influence of liquor. Though he had consumed an excessive amount of wine, cognac and brandied coffees, it was the two glasses of Absinthe that created public outcry against this heinous crime leading to a petition to ban Absinthe in Switzerland. This is due cause to always remember to consume Absinthe and all spirits sensibly.

Catacombs of Paris – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 teaspoon Absinthe

1/2 measure Silver Tequila

1/2 measure White Chocolate Liqueur

Place absinthe in chilled shot glass. Swirl and toss. Place Camarena tequila and liqueur in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into absinthe rinsed shot glass.

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Posted in Halloween Cocktails, Shot-tails, Shots & Shooters

Tagged Absinthe, Catacombs of Paris, Halloween, Jean Lanfray, Shot-tails, Switzerland, Tequila, White Chocolate Liqueur

Vampire Killer

Posted on October 20, 2012 | Leave a comment

This mini version of the classic Bloody Mary contains fullness as it rolls over the tongue and terrific spicy zing. The barely there touch of tomato sweetness heightens the touch of heat. Vampire Killer is terrific for Halloween, but also makes a delicious addition to sampler style brunch menus.

Vampire Killer – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 measure Silver Tequila

1-1/2 measure Tomato Juice or Vegetable Juice Blend

1/4 measure Jalapeno Juice

Jalapeno Stuffed Olive Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into shot glass. Garnish with skewered jalapeno stuffed olive.

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Tagged Bloody Mary, Jalepeno, Tequila, Tomato Juice, V8, Vampire Killer

5 on Friday: Halloween Cocktail Recipe Cards

Posted on October 19, 2012 | Leave a comment

Printable recipe cards are a great way to let guests know what cocktails are being served and what is in them. Place cards next to premade pitcher drinks or keep them on the bar with proper ingredients so they can make their own.

To download cocktail recipe cards; click on the card to enlarge to proper size. Right click. Save to your photo files. Personal use only please.

Cookie Monster

Devil’s Kiss

Hellfire

Red Death

Snickers

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Posted in Halloween Cocktails, Shot-tails, Shots & Shooters

Tagged Coffee Liqueur, Cookie Monster, Creme de Cacao, Devli's Kss, Five on Friday, Half & Half, Halloween, Halloween Cocktails, Hazelnut Liqueur, Hellfire, Irish Cream, Lime Cordial, Recipe Cards, Red Death, Rum, Rye, Shot-tails, Snickers, Tabasco, Triple Sec, Vodka, Whiskey

Blood Stain

Posted on October 18, 2012 | Leave a comment

Halloween just wouldn’t be the same without a little friendly drizzle of “blood.” The Blood Stain shot shies away from blood and gore, softening the blow with hits of tartly sweet peach.

Blood Stain – created by Cheri Loughlin

3/4 ounce Peach Schnapps

1/2 ounce Sweetened Lime Juice

1/4 ounce Grenadine

Combine schnapps and sweetened lime juice in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Strain into shot glass. Drizzle grenadine over top for dripping blood effect.

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Tagged Blood Stain, Grenadine, Peach Schnapps, Shot-tails, Sweetened Lime Juice

Blue Monday

Posted on October 15, 2012 | 2 Comments

Because the weekend always comes to an end eventually…

Blue Monday – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 ounce Silver Rum

1/2 ounce Blue Curacao

1/2 ounce Apple Juice

1/2 ounce Lime Juice

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into shot glass.

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Tagged Apple Juice, Blue Curacao, Blue Monday, Lime Juice, Rum, Shot-tails

Werewolf

Posted on October 11, 2012 | Leave a comment

“Forget the ghosts…beware of me!”

Werewolf – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 ounce Herbal Liqueur (Jager)

1/2 ounce Coffee Liqueur

1/2 ounce Crème de Cacao

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into shot glass.

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Tagged Coffee Liqueur, Creme de Cacao, Halloween, Halloween Cocktails, Herbal Liqueur, Jagermeister, Shot-tails, Werewolf Shot

Midnight Moon

Posted on October 9, 2012 | Leave a comment

“There are nights when the wolves are silent and only the moon howls.” ~ George Carlin

Midnight Moon – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 ounce Coffee Liqueur

1/2 ounce Amaretto

1/2 ounce Irish Cream

Place coffee liqueur and amaretto in bottom of shot glass. Create floated layer by slowly pouring Irish Cream over back of spoon on top of coffee / amaretto mixture.