As the saying goes, “It’s five o’clock somewhere.”  The expression could be heard early morning, mid day, holiday or weekend, but the implication sets the tone for thirst quenching sip start up. Knowing someone somewhere in the world sits lingering over cocktails during happy hour is all the justification some desire to catch the wave of liquid bliss a little earlier in the day in their little corner of the world. What time will your happiest hour begin?

After Five ShotSlippery Nipple Shot 3 photo copyright Cheri Loughlin

1/3 measure Coffee Liqueur

1/3 measure Irish Cream

1/3 measure Peppermint Schnapps

Carefully layer chilled liquids in shot glass in order given.

After Six Shot

1/4 measure Coffee Liqueur

1/4 measure Irish Cream

1/4 measure Peppermint Schnapps

1/4 measure Vodka

Carefully layer first three chilled liquids in shooter glass in order given. Float vodka on top.

After Dinner ShotJack and Jill Shot 1 photo copyright Cheri Loughlin

1 /2 measure Brandy

1/2 measure Cherry Brandy

Dash Lemon Juice

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

After Eight Shot

1/3 measure Irish Cream

1/3 measure Coffee Liqueur

1/3 measure White Crème de Menthe

Carefully layer chilled liquids in shot glass in order given.

No matter what time the cocktail hour bell rings, please sip responsibly.

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