Sweet Tart Shot
Sweet, tangy and candy-like, this Sweet Tart Shot turns a childhood candy favorite into a fun shot for any gathering. Think berry-forward and sour, with a little warmth at the end.
This candy-inspired shot is made with Southern Comfort, black raspberry liqueur and sour mix. The liqueur brings the berry flavor, the sour mix adds tang from lemon and lime juice, and the Southern Comfort adds warm, sweet whiskey flavor.
Shots are fun at any gathering, and we love mixing up different flavorful and seasonal ones. Try our Mexican Candy Shot or our Key Lime Pie Shot next.
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Ingredients
This shot comes together with just three ingredients.
See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.
- Southern Comfort: Adds warm, sweet flavor to balance the sour mix. Swap in the alcohol of your choice, such as vodka, keeping in mind it will change the flavor of the shot.
- Black Raspberry Liqueur: Gives this shot its fruity, berry-forward flavor.
- Sour Mix: A combination of simple syrup, lemon juice and lime juice. Use store-bought or make your own (see Recipe Tips).
All you need is a cocktail shaker and strainer, and shot glasses.
Variations
- Sweet Tart Cocktail: Strain the drink into a single martini glass to enjoy it as a cocktail instead of a shot.
- Lemon-Only Version: If you aren't a fan of tart lime flavor, leave it out of your sour mix to make a lemon-only version. Lemonade can also be used.
- Sour Level: Increase or reduce the amount of sour mix to adjust the tartness.
How to Make a Sweet Tart Shot
Mixing this shot takes a few simple steps.
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice, then add Chambord (or another black raspberry liqueur), Southern Comfort, and sour mix.
Shake until chilled and strain into 2 shot glasses.
Hint: Chill your ingredients first. When every component is fully chilled, the shot is smoother and more refreshing. You can also pre-chill the shot glasses by putting them in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Shaken: Shaking with ice chills this shot for a smooth sip.
- Glass: Best served in a shot glass.
- Rim and Garnish: Garnishes are optional, but we suggest sugaring the rim with sanding sugar or crushed Sweet Tart candies.
- Homemade Sour Mix: To make your own sour mix, add ⅓ cup simple syrup (see the recipe notes), ½ cup lemon juice and ¼ cup lime juice to a jar and shake well.
- Make It a Mocktail: For a non-alcoholic version, replace the black raspberry liqueur with a similar syrup or grenadine and the Southern Comfort with your choice of juice, then combine with the sour mix and serve.
Mixing up another round? Our Vegas Bomb Shot is a fun one to try next.
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Sweet Tart Shot Recipe FAQs
Southern Comfort, black raspberry liqueur and sour mix, which is a blend of simple syrup, lemon juice and lime juice.
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice, add the Southern Comfort, black raspberry liqueur and sour mix, shake until chilled and strain into shot glasses.
Mix it right before serving for the freshest taste. Homemade sour mix can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container, like a mason jar, in the refrigerator.
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Sweet Tart Shot
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker and Strainer
- Shot Glass
Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounce Chambord black raspberry liqueur
- 1 ½ ounce southern comfort
- 2 tablespoon sour mix
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice, then add Chambord (or another black raspberry liqueur), Southern Comfort, and sour mix.
- Shake until chilled and strain into 2 shot glasses.
Notes
- Shaken: Shaking with ice chills this shot for a smooth sip.
- Glass: Best served in a shot glass.
- Rim and Garnish: Garnishes are optional, but we suggest sugaring the rim with sanding sugar or crushed Sweet Tart candies.
- Homemade Sour Mix: To make your own sour mix, add ⅓ cup simple syrup (see the recipe notes), ½ cup lemon juice and ¼ cup lime juice to a jar and shake well.
- Make It a Mocktail: For a non-alcoholic version, replace the black raspberry liqueur with a similar syrup or grenadine and the Southern Comfort with your choice of juice, then combine with the sour mix and serve.
- Chill Your Ingredients: When every component is fully chilled, the shot is smoother and more refreshing. You can also pre-chill the shot glasses by putting them in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.
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A smooth and sweet shot, that tastes so much like the actual candy!