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Gingerbread Man Shot

A holiday-spiced shot with ginger, cinnamon, and vanilla that tastes like a gingerbread cookie.

cream-liqueurEasy~18% ABV
MethodShakeGlassShot GlassIcenoneGarnishnone
⚠ Contains: 🥛 Dairy
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • ½ ozirish cream(such as Baileys)
  • ½ ozginger liqueur(Domaine de Canton or similar)
  • ½ ozbutterscotch schnapps
Instructions
  1. 1Add Irish cream, ginger liqueur, and butterscotch schnapps to a shaker with ice.
  2. 2Shake until well chilled.
  3. 3Strain into a shot glass.
  4. 4Perfect for holiday celebrations!
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History & Origin

The Gingerbread Man shot captures the essence of holiday gingerbread cookies in liquid form. The combination of Irish cream with ginger liqueur (like Domaine de Canton) and cinnamon creates that warm, spiced flavor perfect for winter celebrations. Its a favorite at Christmas parties and holiday gatherings.

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