Peanut Butter Whiskey Shots
This Peanut Butter Whiskey Shot is rich, smooth and indulgent, blending the nutty flavor of Skrewball peanut butter whiskey with the deep, slightly bitter notes of coffee liqueur. The result is a creamy, dessert-style shot that tastes similar peanut butter cup in liquid form.
This is the kind of shot you make when you want something fun and unexpected - perfect for parties, casual get-togethers or when you're serving guests who claim they "don't really like whiskey." It's approachable, crowd-pleasing and always disappears fast.
For more coffee-flavored beverages try our Espresso Irish Coffee or our Toasted Almond Cocktail.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Smooth and Sippable: This shot goes down easy, even for non-whiskey drinkers.
- Simple Ingredients: Just two key ingredients and ice.
- Party Favorite: A guaranteed hit for anyone who loves sweet, decadent shots.
Ingredients
You only need a couple of staples to create this indulgent shot.
See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.
- Skrewball Whiskey: The star of the drink, bringing that peanut butter flavor and creamy finish.
- Coffee Liqueur: Adds depth with a subtle coffee note.
To shake up this fun shot, get out your cocktail shaker and shot glasses.
Variations
- Chocolate Drizzle: Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup inside the shot glasses for an extra dessert-like finish.
- Creamy Version: Add a splash of almond milk or cream for an even richer texture.
- Frozen Treat: Blend with vanilla ice cream for a fun, boozy milkshake-style shooter.
- No-Shake Option: Stir with ice or chill bottles instead of shaking for a slightly stronger, bolder flavor.
How to Make Peanut Butter Whiskey Shots
This easy shot recipe comes together quickly in no time with just a cocktail shaker.
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
Pour in Skrewball and Kahlua, then shake until chilled.
Pour into shot glasses and serve.
Hint: For a more bold shot, chill your bottles and pour directly into your shot glasses.
Recipe Tips
- Shaken/Stirred: Shaking helps fully blend the flavors and gives the smoothest finish.
- Glass: Classic shot glasses work best, but chilled glasses make a noticeable difference.
- Ice Quality: Fresh ice cubes help keep the flavor clean without watering it down too quickly.
- Serve Immediately: This shot tastes best right after shaking, while it's cold and silky.
For a coffee-flavored twist with a hint of mint, our Peppermint Espresso Martini is a must-try.
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Serving Suggestions
- Dessert Pairings: Rolo Brownies, Peanut Butter Cookies, Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars, Chocolate Truffles or Eggnog Cheesecake.
- Sweet Shots: Chocolate Cake Shot, Salted Nut Roll Shot or Peanut Butter and Jelly Shot.
Peanut Butter Whiskey Shots Recipe FAQs
It is sweet but balanced. The coffee liqueur adds a slight bitterness that keeps it from being overpowering. To make it less sweet you can add more Kahula or less peanut butter whisky.
Absolutely, it makes a delicious drink. Serve it over ice in a lowball glass for a slow-sipping dessert cocktail.
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Peanut Butter Whiskey Shots
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Shot Glasses
Ingredients
- 2 ½ ounces Skrewball peanut butter whiskey
- 1 ½ ounces Kahlua coffee liqueur
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
- Pour in Skrewball and Kahlua, then shake until chilled.
- Pour into shot glasses and serve.
Notes
- Shaken/Stirred: Shaking helps fully blend the flavors and gives the smoothest finish.
- Glass: Classic shot glasses work best, but chilled glasses make a noticeable difference.
- Ice Quality: Fresh ice cubes help keep the flavor clean without watering it down too quickly.
- Serve Immediately: This shot tastes best right after shaking, while it's cold and silky.
- Bold Shot: Chill your bottles and pour directly into your shot glasses.
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Perfection for the peanut butter/whiskey lovers!