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Mexican Candy Shot

A vibrant shot that combines sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for parties.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 shot
Course: After-Dinner Drink, Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1/2 ounce Fireball Cinnamon Whisky
  • 1/2 ounce Cinnamon Schnapps
  • 1/4 ounce Tajin Seasoning or Chili Powder
  • 1/4 ounce Chamoy Sauce
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon for rim
  • Tiny pinch of cayenne pepper

Equipment

  • Shot glass
  • Jigger or measuring spoon
  • Bar spoon or long teaspoon
  • Small bowl for cinnamon coating
  • Cocktail shaker (optional, for stirring)
  • Shallow plate for rim preparation

Method
 

  1. Prepare the shot glass by mixing a small amount of ground cinnamon and a pinch of Tajin seasoning on a shallow plate.
  2. Dampen the rim of the shot glass and press it into the cinnamon and Tajin mixture to coat.
  3. Pour 1/2 ounce of Fireball Cinnamon Whisky into the shot glass.
  4. Carefully pour 1/2 ounce of Cinnamon Schnapps over the back of a bar spoon to layer it on top of the whisky.
  5. Drizzle 1/4 ounce of Chamoy Sauce on top, using the back of the spoon.
  6. Sprinkle a tiny pinch of Tajin seasoning and a hair-thin dusting of cayenne pepper on top.
  7. Optionally, add a whisper of fresh cinnamon stick or a tiny cinnamon stick as a stirrer.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Chill the shot glass for the best experience.