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Baby Beer Shot

A fun party shot that tastes like dessert but delivers a playful punch. This three-ingredient layered shot combines butterscotch schnapps, Irish cream liqueur, and light beer for a sweet, creamy treat that tastes nothing like actual beer.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 shot
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 0.75 ounces butterscotch schnapps
  • 0.5 ounces Irish cream liqueur
  • 0.25 ounces beer light lager works best

Equipment

  • Shot glass (1.5 ounce capacity)
  • Jigger or measuring spoon
  • Bar spoon or regular spoon
  • Small bowl or pitcher for batch mixing
  • Cocktail shaker (optional)

Method
 

  1. Gather your shot glass, jigger, spoon, and all three liquids. Have everything ready to avoid fumbling mid-pour.
  2. Measure 0.75 ounces of butterscotch schnapps using your jigger and pour it into the shot glass first as the base layer.
  3. Pour 0.5 ounces of Irish cream liqueur slowly over the back of a bar spoon so it floats on top of the schnapps to create a layered look.
  4. Using the same spoon technique, pour 0.25 ounces of beer over the back of the spoon onto the Irish cream layer.
  5. Check your glass from the side to verify you have three distinct layers: butterscotch on bottom, cream in the middle, and beer on top.
  6. Serve immediately and drink all in one go for a blended flavor, or sip slowly to taste each layer individually.

Notes

Chill your shot glass in the freezer for at least 15 minutes before pouring for more distinct layers and smoother taste. Use fresh beer for best results. Keep schnapps and cream liqueur cold for easier layering. For parties, multiply the recipe and shake all ingredients together in a cocktail shaker for batch preparation.