Head Shot
Layer ∙ 2 min ∙ 40% ABV ∙
The Head Shot is a two-ingredient layered shot of black sambuca and an herbal liqueur such as green Chartreuse, poured to sit in distinct dark and green bands. Anise sweetness sinks below a sharp, herbal bite, the two layers hitting the tongue almost separately before the burn takes over.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Refrigerate all ingredients
- Carefully layer in the chilled glass in the following order: Black sambuca liqueur 25 mlHerbal liqueur (e.g., Green Chartreuse) 25 ml
Tips
- Chill both the glass and the liqueurs beforehand — cold liquid is denser and layers far more cleanly than room-temperature liqueur.
- Pour in one slow, steady stream rather than splashing — a fast pour punches through the first layer and muddies the line.
- Pour the sambuca first, then trickle the herbal liqueur down the side of the glass so it settles on top without piercing through.
FAQ
What's the easiest shot to make at home?
A two-ingredient layered shot like the Head Shot is one of the simplest to build, since it only calls for chilling and carefully pouring two liqueurs in sequence. There is no shaking, straining, or mixing involved, just a steady hand for the pour.
What is a Head Shot shot?
It is a layered shot made from black sambuca and an herbal liqueur such as green Chartreuse, chilled and poured in careful order so the two liquids sit as separate dark and green layers in the glass rather than blending together.
