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Jelly Bean Shot

A colorful layered shot that tastes like the candy.

anise-liqueurMedium~22% ABV
MethodBuildGlassShot GlassIcenoneGarnishnone
⚠ Contains: 🍷 Sulfites
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • ½ ozgrenadine
  • ½ ozanisette(or Sambuca)
  • ½ ozblackberry brandy
Instructions
  1. 1Pour grenadine into a shot glass.
  2. 2Using a barspoon slowly layer anisette on top.
  3. 3Using the barspoon slowly layer blackberry brandy on top.
  4. 4Serve immediately.
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History & Origin

The Jelly Bean shot became popular in the 1990s as bars created candy-flavored shooters. The anise flavor combined with grenadine mimics the iconic candy taste.

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