Some say the Alabama Slammer is the unofficial signature drink of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team. Though that is mere speculation, the drink or shot still make a great tailgate drink.

There’s a reason shots and shooters are so popular. They are quick, easy and tempt the sweet tooth. Shots are more than straight from the bottle pours. They are creative liquid desserts. Many times we don’t even know what shot to ask for. We just want a shot of something, anything. What we really want is to melt away the work week so the weekend can finally begin.

So, slow down. Unwind. Let the weekend begin.

Alabama Slammer Shot Recipe

Alabama Slammer Shot

1/2 ounce Southern Comfort

1/2 ounce Amaretto Liqueur

1/2 ounce Sloe Gin

1/4 ounce Orange Juice

Combine liquids in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled. Strain into a shot glass.

Alabama Slammer History and Trivia

The Alabama Slammer has a long standing history as a long drink, possibly created in the latter half of 1970. It was most popular with the college crowd in the 1980’s. This drink was once voted by Intoxicologist readers as a top ten favorite drink from younger days. Some say the Alabama Slammer is the unofficial signature drink of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team. Though that is mere speculation, the drink or shot still make a great tailgate drink. Tom Cruise’s character in the movie “Cocktail” mentions the Alabama Slammer in some of his ramblings. If Southern Comfort is your style, you might like to try more recipes using this laid back ingredient.