How Many Jello Shots To Get Drunk

Alcoholic shots, or shooters, are a fantastic way to enjoy spirits, without all the complication that comes from making and drinking an entire cocktail. Most of the time, you're simply throwing back the shot in a single gulp. They're great choices for parties too and there are many fun alcoholic shots that you can make easily at home.

The simplest type of shot, of course, is just a single type of spirit in a shot glass. Tequila shots are a particularly popular choice, often followed by a wedge of lime and some salt, but just about any type of alcohol can be consumed on its own as a shot.

Other types of shots are more complex, often using two or three different ingredients, if not more. The approach provides an interesting flavor profile. Many shots happen to look amazing in the glass too, especially if they're layered.

In this list, we're highlighting some of the best and most interesting shots that are out there. Some of these should be familiar, while others may not be. Many of these shots are common enough that you could easily order them at the bar, but the real fun comes from trying them out for yourself at home.

Table of Contents

• Alcoholic Shots To Make At Home
  • B52
  • B53
  • Kamikaze
  • Peppermint Patty Shot
  • Bazooka Joe
  • Cement Mixer
  • Polar Bear
  • Big Bamboo Shooter
  • Irish Flag Shooter
  • Fourth Of July
  • Red Headed Slut
  • Red Snapper
  • Slippery Nipple
  • Prairie Fire
  • Flaming Dr. Pepper Shot
  • Grasshopper
  • Jello Shots
  • Alabama Slammer
  • Melon Ball
  • Woo Woo
  • Black Russian
  • Four Horsemen
  • Mad Dog
  • Blue Kamikaze
  • Cranberry Cookie
  • Silver Bullet
  • Lemon Drop
  • Cosmopolitan

Alcoholic Shots To Make At Home

• B52
• B53
• Kamikaze
• Peppermint Patty
• Bazooka Joe
• Cement Mixer
• Polar Bear
• Big Bamboo Shooter
• Irish Flag Shooter
• Fourth Of July
• Red Headed Slut
• Red Snapper
• Slippery Nipple
• Prairie Fire
• Flaming Dr. Pepper
• Grasshopper
• Jello Shots
• Alabama Slammer
• Melon Ball
• Woo Woo
• Black Russian
• Four Horsemen
• Mad Dog
• Blue Kamikaze
• Cranberry Cookie
• Silver Bullet
• Lemon Drop
• Cosmopolitan

B52

While there are many variations to the B52 shot, the classic version involves a layer of Kahlua, then one of Bailey's Irish Cream, and then one of Grand Marnier. The shot ends up having a blend of cream, orange, and coffee flavors, which you'll often taste all at once if you knock the shock back quickly.

Drinking the shot slowly is an option too. This allows you to savor the dessert-like flavors and fully experience the differences between the layers.

The layering process itself isn't too difficult once you get used to it. You're just relying on the back of a spoon and careful pouring. And, like most other cocktails and shots, it doesn't really matter if you fail. The shot will still taste delicious even if the layers flow into each other somewhat.

B53

The B53 is much less common than the B53 shot, partly because it is a variation on the same theme – and often gets called a B52 instead. As with the B52, this shot includes a layer of Kahlua and one of Bailey's Irish Cream.

The difference is that the B53 tops this combination off with vodka rather than with Grand Marnier. This means that the cocktail simply tastes off coffee and Irish cream, there is no orange flavor.

It can be argued that this difference makes the B52 less appealing overall. But, the cocktail is easier to make at home, as you're more likely to have a bottle of vodka in your cupboard than a bottle of Grand Marnier.

Kamikaze

This three-ingredient vodka shot apparently gets its name for just how fast it will get you drunk. Regardless of whether this is true or not, the shot remains a popular choice and certainly delivers a punch.

To make the shot, you need two parts vodka, one part triple sec, and one part lemon juice. These are shaken together over ice and strained into the shot glass. The shot can also be made using blue curacao instead of the triple sec, which gives the drink a blue tinge and a little more sweetness.

Interestingly, the shot has become so popular that it is sometimes served as a cocktail in a lowball glass too. The ingredients are the same, although the lowball version is most likely to use blue curacao rather than triple sec.

Peppermint Patty Shot

The name peppermint patty gives away exactly what this shot is meant to taste like.

To get this flavor profile, the shot relies on one part peppermint schnapps, one part dark crème de cacao, and two parts half and half. You could also swap the half and half out for cream instead. This would give you a richer drink that is a little dessert-like.

Bazooka Joe

This cocktail gets its name from a type of bubblegum and the flavor profile aims to match that classic childhood treat. The goal does create a shot that looks and tastes interesting, making it a perfect party choice.

A bazooka Joe is easy to make, as the shot just relies on equal parts of three ingredients – Irish crème liqueur, banana liqueur, and curacao liqueur. These are all mixed together in a cocktail shaker and then poured into the shot glass, so there is no layering to worry about.

Cement Mixer

The cement mixer is an interesting shot. It is incredibly popular, yet it doesn't actually taste all that good. The unappealing taste (and texture!) may be a reason for the shot's popularity, as drinking it can be a challenge and it's always fun to watch people's reactions.

The shot itself just relies on Bailey's Irish cream and lime juice.

So far, this probably doesn't sound so bad. The problem isn't the taste of the ingredients but the texture. Some people describe the texture as being similar to drinking concrete, which is probably where the shot gets its name from.

The texture ends up like this because there is a chemical reaction between the fat in the Bailey's and the acid in the lime juice. The effect tends to get stronger with time, so it's best to drink this shot as soon as you make it.

Polar Bear

While it might not look like much in the glass, a polar bear shot is delicious. It simply relies on white crème de cacao liqueur, along with peppermint schnapps.

The schnapps can be replaced with crème de menthe if desired. Doing so decreases the alcohol content somewhat. Using crème de menthe can also make the peppermint flavor seem less pronounced, creating a mellower drink all around.

There are other variations too. For example, you could use green crème de menthe or dark crème de cacao. Either of those approaches would change the appearance of the cocktail and affect the flavors too.

Regardless of your ingredients, you end up with a chocolate mint shot that tastes good at any time of the year.

Big Bamboo Shooter

This shot has more ingredients than most others, so you'll normally be making a batch rather than just a single shot.

The recipe relies on two ounces of 151-proof rum, one ounce of dark rum, and 1/4 an ounce of triple sec. Then there are the non-alcoholic ingredients, which include orange juice, pineapple juice, simple syrup, and a dash of bitters.

This combination of ingredients creates shots that are unusually high in alcohol content. The use of 151-proof rum is a key reason for this effect. It's unusual to find this type of rum used as an ingredient. In most other cases, this type of rum is floated on top of cocktails or shots that are going to be lit on fire.

Irish Flag Shooter

This layered shot is designed to mimic the colors of the Irish flag. It's a relatively easy shot to make too, as the ingredients easily form layers without much effort on your part. Simply pour the liqueurs on top of each other over the back of a spoon and you'll be all good to go.

The shot is generally made by using crème de menthe, Irish cream liqueur and Grand Marnier, in that order. This gives you the green, white, and orange color combination that you're looking for.

The main limitation is the flavor, as you're combining mint and orange in the same cocktail, two flavors that don't pair together all that well. The creamy middle layer helps a little and some people do enjoy the cocktail for its flavor. Still, there are tastier cocktails out there.

Fourth Of July

This shot follows the same theme as the previous one, except this time the emphasis is on the American flag. There are multiple versions of the cocktail out there, but a common one involves using equal measures of grenadine, blue curacao, and vodka.

You could also switch out the vodka for cream to create a creamier shot with much lower alcohol content. Either way, the cocktail tends to taste better than the Irish flag shooter, as none of the flavors strongly clash.

Red Headed Slut

This crimson drink uses some strong flavor ingredients, including Jägermeister and cranberry juice. Peach schnapps is used as well, which adds in a little sweet fruitiness.

While the combination of ingredients might sound strange, the red headed slut is one of the tastiest shots out there. You can even make larger versions of the drink for sipping, rather than enjoying it as a shot.

Regardless of how you make it, be sure to shake the drink over ice. Doing so chills the drink and also provides a little dilution. The dilution is critical, as the shot ends up too potent and syrupy if you skip the shaking step.

Red Snapper

Here's another red shot to try out – and it's another one that relies on cranberry juice. The red snapper also uses whiskey and amaretto liqueur to create a distinctive flavor profile.

The traditional version of this shooter relies specifically on Crown Royal whiskey. However, you could switch this for another type of smooth Canadian whiskey to create a similar drink.

Slippery Nipple

For many people, the name of this drink is reason enough to try it out. The shot combines Irish cream liqueur and sambuca. Sambuca does have an intense flavor, but the Irish cream liqueur helps to tone this down and create a drink that tastes surprisingly good.

While there are various ways to make the cocktail, the general idea is that it should be layered, with the two ingredients not mixing at all. One way to do this is to add the sambuca first and then pour the Irish whiskey over using the back of a spoon.

Finally, a drop of grenadine or something similar is added to the top to create the 'nipple'. A cherry can be used instead.

There are multiple variations of the recipe, including one that uses Irish cream, Kahlua, and, butterscotch schnapps, and another that uses Kahlua, sambuca, and Irish cream instead. The flavor profile is different with each version, but there are still some similarities.

Prairie Fire

The prairie fire shot isn't for the faint of heart. This shot just consists of tequila and tabasco sauce, so it certainly has a bite to it.

Just how strong the shot is depends on how it is made. A dash or two of tabasco sauce is enough to give you an interesting hit of spice, without giving you any serious problems. However, the shot is often made with much more tabasco than this, which may give you pause if you're out on the town.

In fact, the shot is often considered to be one of the worst to order at a bar. If you're not expecting the heat, then the shot might not be enjoyable at all. On the other hand, some people do love a challenge.

Flaming Dr. Pepper Shot

This shot is a little misleading, as it doesn't actually involve Dr. Pepper at all. Instead, the cocktail relies on amaretto liqueur that is topped with 151-proof rum. The key feature is that the shot is then lit and will burn because of the high proof rum.

This shot is normally served with beer, often as a bomb shot. If you're going to take this approach, it's best to blow out the flame before dropping the shot. Failing to do so could lead to the larger glass breaking, which is far from ideal.

The shot gets its name because the combination of ingredients ends up tasting like Dr. Pepper. It's a surprising effect and is much more appealing than including soda in a shot.

Grasshopper

A grasshopper can be made as a shot or a cocktail and, as is often the case, there are multiple versions to choose from. A popular approach for the shot involves mixing equal measures of crème de menthe, white crème de cacao, and cream.

This combination creates a sweet and creamy shot. Just be careful, as the dessert-like style of this recipe makes it easy to consume too many shots in short succession.

Jello Shots

Jello shots are a fun alternative to regular shots. As the name suggests, these shots rely on gelatin to create a gel-like texture. You can make the shots in whatever flavor you want and spike them with liquor.

The most common choices are shots with a single flavor that is spiked with either vodka or rum. For these, you can simply rely on flavored Jello. Other variations are more complex, such as Jello shots that have multiple layers or ones that try to mimic the flavors of a cocktail.

There are also various ways to serve the shots. Plastic shot cups are an easy approach, as the shot can simply be squeezed out. Another idea is to create a sheet of gelatin that can then be cut into pieces. Other approaches are more creative, like making shots that are served like orange wedges.

It's generally best to start off with a recipe for Jello shots, as it can take time to get the right balance between liquid, alcohol, and flavor. Once you've had a few successes, you should know enough to begin experimenting on your own.

Alabama Slammer

This is an orange shot that combines sloe gin, amaretto liqueur, and Southern Comfort. It is a fruity drink that is easy to enjoy. Some versions add in a little lemon juice or a sour mix to help balance out the sweetness.

Interestingly, you'll find the Alabama Slammer made as a cocktail, as well as a shot. The ingredients tend to be the same either way, although the cocktail version is often served over ice.

Melon Ball

Here's another fruity shot to try. A melon ball simply relies on melon liqueur, pineapple juice, and vodka. Because the vodka doesn't add any flavor to the drink, you just end up with a combination of melon and pineapple.

Woo Woo

A woo woo is a little like a cosmopolitan in that it relies on cranberry juice and vodka as key ingredients. The difference is that a woo woo shot also uses some peach schnapps.

The schnapps provides extra depth of flavor to the cocktail, making it much more interesting than a simple mixture of cranberry juice and vodka.

Black Russian

A black Russian is traditionally a cocktail served over ice, which combines vodka and coffee liqueur (generally Kahlua). However, you can make a black Russian as a shot as well. The ingredient selection is the same, so you only need two ingredients to make the shot at home.

A black Russian works particularly well for anyone who isn't a fan of fruity shots. The shot is fairly strong too, as all the ingredients are alcoholic.

Four Horsemen

Speaking of strong shots, here's another powerful choice. As with the previous example, Four Horsemen is common as a cocktail and can be made as a shot as well.

Both versions use equal parts of four different spirits, generally Jack Daniels, Jim Beam, Johnnie Walker, and Jose Cuervo. Three of these four are types of whiskey, making the drink well-suited to anyone who loves whiskey.

Some variations add extra ingredients to the cocktail. However, these can be more difficult to make as a shot, as you don't want too many ingredients in a small shot glass.

Mad Dog

The mad dog cocktail is an easy one to make. It simply relies on raspberry syrup and vodka. Some versions also add half a dozen drops of tabasco on top of the cocktail.

If you include the tabasco, then the combination of ingredients is, quite simply, weird. Yet, some people find that the flavor profile works well.

Blue Kamikaze

We mentioned the kamikaze shot before. This one is a slight variation on the idea, as it relies on blue curacao as an ingredient. The curacao is responsible for the blue color of the cocktail and provides an orange flavor as well.

The most common version of the shot involves equal measures of vodka, blue curacao, and lime juice. As with a regular kamikaze cocktail, you can increase the quantities and serve this drink as a cocktail rather than as a shot.

Cranberry Cookie

The cranberry cookie is a two-ingredient shot. It uses two parts cranberry juice and one part amaretto. You can change the ratio of the ingredients if you like. Some people find that increasing the amaretto content slightly creates a better flavor profile.

As with similar shots and cocktails, it's important to choose the right cranberry juice. To begin with, look for a product that is called cranberry juice, rather than a cranberry drink.

Pay attention to the percentage of cranberry too, along with the other ingredients. The best cranberry juices tend to have a decent percentage of cranberry and not too much sugar.

Silver Bullet

This is one of the strongest shots that you can make, as it simply relies on two parts gin and one part Scotch whisky. The flavor is surprisingly good. The whisky provides a somewhat smoky tinge, but this will vary depending on the specific whisky that you use.

Some versions use additional ingredients, like liqueur to add some extra complexity.

Lemon Drop

As the name suggests, this shot is a variation on the lemon drop cocktail. It can be made using vodka, Cointreau or triple sec, and lemon juice.

The vodka that you choose can influence the finished shot too. For example, some people rely on lemon-flavored or citrus-flavored vodka, which complements the other ingredients perfectly.

Adding a sugar rim to the shot makes it even more similar to the cocktail, although doing so isn't essential. The shot still tastes good with or without the sugar rim.

Cosmopolitan

Here's another shot that's simply a smaller version of a traditional cocktail. Making cosmos as shots is a fun idea, as the cocktail is great for parties. The tart cranberry flavor of a cosmopolitan is another reason that the cocktail works so well as a shot.

One other thing to mention is the alcohol content. The amount of vodka in a cosmopolitan varies depending on the recipe, but you can easily increase the alcohol to mixer ratio in a shot, as you're drinking less at a time.

How Many Jello Shots To Get Drunk

Source: https://foodfornet.com/fun-alcoholic-shots/

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