Rattlesnake Shot
Layer ∙ 2 min ∙ 19.7% ABV ∙
The Rattlesnake Shot is a three-layer shot of Crème de Café liqueur, white crème de cacao, and Irish cream, built in a chilled shot glass rather than shaken. A cool, creamy top lands first, chocolate sweetness rounds the middle, and coffee bitterness closes out the last sip.
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 Café liqueur 15 mlWhite Crème de Cacao 15 mlIrish cream liqueur 15 ml
Tips
- Chill the glass and all three liqueurs beforehand — layering fails fastest when the liquid is warm and thin.
- Pour each layer slowly over the back of a spoon or down the tilted glass side to keep the lines distinct.
FAQ
What goes in a Rattlesnake Shot?
This Rattlesnake Shot layers equal parts Crème de Café liqueur, white crème de cacao, and Irish cream liqueur, built rather than shaken so the three stay separated in the glass.
How strong is a Rattlesnake Shot?
It comes in at about 19.7% ABV, which is lighter than a straight spirit shot since all three components are cream and coffee liqueurs rather than hard liquor.
What's in a snake shot?
This layered version is made of Crème de Café liqueur, white crème de cacao, and Irish cream liqueur, poured in that order into a chilled shot glass.
