Purple Rain Shot
Chambord and cranberry — the sweet purple tribute to Prince's 1984 album, Minnesota declaring Prince Day (April 7) with purple landmarks after his death in 2016.
- ¾ ozvodka
- ½ ozblue curaçao
- ½ ozcranberry juice
- ¼ ozlime juice(fresh)
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The Purple Rain Shot takes its name from Prince's iconic 1984 film and soundtrack album, whose title and vivid purple imagery became among the most recognizable in pop music history. Prince's association with the color purple — worn in his costumes, used in set design, and referenced in his lyrics — was so definitive that Minnesota declared April 7th (the date of his death in 2016) as "Prince Day" using purple lighting on major landmarks. The cocktail's purple color, typically achieved through Chambord or blue curacao and cranberry juice, and its sweet berry flavor profile honor the visual identity of Prince's era. The shot became a tribute drink in Minneapolis bars after Prince's death, though its appealing purple color and sweet flavor had already established it as a reliable party shot before that.
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