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SoCo Lime Shot

A simple, iconic shot of Southern Comfort followed by a lime wedge bite - a bar staple.

whiskeyEasy~35% ABV
MethodBuildGlassShot GlassIcenoneGarnishlime wedge
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • ozsouthern comfort
  • 1 wedgelime wedge(to bite after)
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Instructions
  1. 1Pour Southern Comfort into a shot glass.
  2. 2Shoot the SoCo.
  3. 3Immediately bite the lime wedge.
  4. 4The lime cuts the sweetness perfectly!
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History & Origin

The SoCo Lime is one of the simplest and most popular shots in American bars. Southern Comfort, the peach-flavored whiskey-based liqueur from New Orleans, pairs perfectly with the tartness of a fresh lime wedge. Its been a college bar staple for decades due to its approachable sweetness and easy drinking.

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