Bald Eagle Shot
Layer ∙ 2 min ∙ 34.4% ABV ∙
The Bald Eagle Shot is a two-ingredient layered shot of tequila reposado over white crème de menthe, built in a shot glass. Cool mint hits first, then the reposado's warm agave and oak push through on the finish — a sharp, fast-sipping bar shot.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Refrigerate all ingredients
- Carefully layer in the chilled glass in the following order: Crème de Menthe white 15 mlTequila reposado 25 ml
Tips
- Pour the crème de menthe into the shot glass first, then layer the tequila reposado slowly over a bar spoon to keep the two spirits distinct.
- Tilt the shot glass and rest the spoon tip just above the crème de menthe surface so the tequila trickles down the side instead of piercing the layer below.
- Chill both bottles beforehand since the density difference driving the layering effect is more stable when the liquids are cold and pour slowly.
- Use a narrow shot glass rather than a wide one so the layers stay visually separated and don't blend before serving.
FAQ
What is a Bald Eagle shot made of?
It is made of white crème de menthe and tequila reposado, layered rather than mixed in a shot glass. The mint sits on the bottom with the tequila floated on top, so the two stay visually separate until the shot is taken.
What does a Bald Eagle shot taste like?
It tastes cool and minty on first contact, then warms quickly into the earthy, slightly oaky pull of reposado tequila. At roughly 34% ABV it is a strong pour, closer in punch to a shooter than a mixed cocktail, with almost no sweetness to soften the finish.
Is a Bald Eagle shot shaken or stirred?
Neither. It is built by layering the two ingredients directly in the glass, pouring the tequila slowly on top of the crème de menthe so they stay in separate bands instead of blending.
What glass is a Bald Eagle shot served in?
A standard shot glass, poured as two visible layers rather than a mixed drink.
What is in a Blue Jay shot?
That is a different shot from this recipe, so its exact build isn't covered here; shooters with bird names generally follow the same layering format of one or two spirits stacked in a shot glass.
Is a Bald Eagle shot vegan?
Yes, it is vegan, vegetarian, and lactose-free, since both crème de menthe and tequila reposado are plant-and-agave-based spirits with no dairy or animal ingredients.
