Description
The Pixie Stick Shot is a vibrant, candy-inspired cocktail featuring vodka, blue curaçao, sweet and sour mix, and grenadine. With a sweet and tangy flavor reminiscent of classic powdered candy, this colorful shot is a party favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 oz vodka
- ½ oz blue curaçao
- ½ oz sweet and sour mix
- ¼ oz grenadine
- Sugar (for rimming)
- 1–2 crushed Pixie Sticks (for garnish)
- Ice
Instructions
- Prepare the Glasses: Moisten the rims of shot glasses with water or simple syrup, then dip into a mixture of sugar and crushed Pixie Sticks.
- Mix the Ingredients: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, blue curaçao, and sweet and sour mix.
- Shake: Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
- Pour: Strain the mixture into the prepared shot glasses.
- Add a Layered Effect: Drop a small amount of grenadine into each shot for a colorful layer.
- Garnish: Sprinkle additional crushed Pixie Sticks on top if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy!
Notes
- Tropical Twist: Substitute blue curaçao with pineapple juice for a fruitier taste.
- Extra Tartness: Add a splash of lemon or lime juice for a more sour kick.
- Non-Alcoholic Version: Replace vodka with lemon-lime soda or fruit punch.
- Color Variations: Use different curaçao or liqueur flavors for unique color combinations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktails , shots
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pixie Stick Shot, candy-inspired cocktail, blue curaçao shot, fun party drink, sweet and sour shot