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Nutcracker Shot

A warm, nutty holiday shot combining amaretto with Kahlua and Irish cream.

amarettoEasy~17% ABV
MethodShakeGlassShot GlassIcenoneGarnishnone
⚠ Contains: 🥛 Dairy, tree nuts
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • ½ ozamaretto
  • ½ ozkahlua(coffee liqueur)
  • ½ ozirish cream(such as Baileys)
Instructions
  1. 1Add amaretto, Kahlua, and Irish cream to a shaker with ice.
  2. 2Shake until well chilled.
  3. 3Strain into a shot glass.
  4. 4Perfect for the holiday season!
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History & Origin

The Nutcracker shot is a holiday favorite, named after the famous Christmas ballet. The combination of amaretto, Kahlua, and Irish cream creates a warm, nutty, dessert-like shot perfect for Christmas parties and winter gatherings. Its like drinking a toasted nut in liquid form.

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