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Stars and Stripes Shot

A berry and herbal cocktail ∙ Layer ∙ 2 min ∙ 31.7%

Ingredients

~151 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • Crème de CassisCrème de Cassis15 ml
  • Maraschino liqueurMaraschino liqueur15 ml
  • Herbal liqueur (e.g., Green Chartreuse)Herbal liqueur (e.g., Green Chartreuse)15 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: Crème de Cassis 15 ml · Maraschino liqueur 15 ml · Herbal liqueur (e.g., Green Chartreuse) 15 ml

History

Stars and Stripes Shot is a patriotic layered shooter that often plays with red, white, and blue hues to echo its name. It commonly combines berry liqueurs, clear spirits, and cream or cream liqueur to achieve both color contrast and a friendly, sweet profile. On the palate it is smooth and candy-like, with fruit and vanilla notes dominating. Designed as much for presentation as for taste, it’s a natural fit for themed parties and celebratory toasts. A festive, flag-inspired shot made for clinking glasses and taking photos.

Tags

  • Liqueur
  • Liquid candy
  • North America
  • Celebration
  • House party
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Berry
  • Herbal

Tags

  • Liqueur
  • Liquid candy
  • North America
  • Celebration
  • House party
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Berry
  • Herbal

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