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Pavlova Shot layered in a shot glass with raspberry liqueur beneath vodka
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Pavlova Shot

A berry and sweet cocktail ∙ Layer ∙ 2 min ∙ 28.7% ABV ∙

The Pavlova Shot is a two-layer vodka shot made by carefully layering raspberry liqueur under vodka in a chilled shot glass.

Ingredients

1
Servings
  • Raspberry liqueurRaspberry liqueur25 ml
  • VodkaVodka25 ml

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Refrigerate all ingredients
  3. Carefully layer in the chilled glass in the following order: Raspberry liqueur 25 ml · Vodka 25 ml

Tips

  • Pour the raspberry liqueur first, then float the vodka over the back of a spoon or down the side of the glass to keep the layers distinct.

History

The Pavlova Shot has no documented creator or date. Its name borrows from the pavlova, the meringue dessert topped with cream and fruit that is named for the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova.

FAQ

What is in a Pavlova Shot?

Raspberry liqueur and vodka, 25 ml each, layered rather than mixed: the raspberry liqueur goes in first and the vodka floats on top.

How do you make a Pavlova Shot?

Chill the shot glass and both ingredients, pour the raspberry liqueur in first, then float the vodka slowly on top so it stays a separate layer.

What does a Pavlova Shot taste like?

Clean and sharp at first from the vodka on top, then sweet and fruity as the raspberry liqueur follows. At about 28.7% ABV, with no ice to dilute it, it drinks strong and fast.

Tags

  • Vodka
  • Liquid candy
  • Oceania
  • Date night
  • House party
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Berry
  • Sweet

Tags

  • Vodka
  • Liquid candy
  • Oceania
  • Date night
  • House party
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Berry
  • Sweet

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