30 Super Bowl Shots

1. The Kickoff

Start the game off with a bit of excitement with mango margaritas (in shot form), complete with a Tajín rim!

Ingredients:

• ¼ ounce (7.5 g) Tajín (optional)
• 3 ounces (90 ml) blanco tequila
• 2 ounces (60 ml) mango puree or juice
• 1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice

Instructions:

For the Tajín rim: Distribute the Tajín onto a small plate. Using the lime that is for the fresh lime juice, rub the flesh against and all around the rim of the shot glasses. Gently tap the sides of the shot glass in the Tajín, and rotate all around to rim the glasses with Tajín.

For the shots: Add the tequila, mango puree (or juice), and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

2. Hot Damn, They Scored!

The perfect shot to take when your team scores. The ideal mix of boozy and fruity!

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce (30 ml) orange juice
• 1 ounce (30 ml) light rum
• 1 ounce (30 ml) vodka
• ½ ounce (15 ml) whiskey

Instructions:

Add orange juice, rum, vodka, and whiskey in a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a rocks shot glass.

3. Game Changer

Some plays surprise you, and so do some flavor combinations. This PB&J shot is a nostalgic classic that just works.

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce (30 ml) peanut butter whiskey
• ½ ounce (15 ml) grape liqueur

Instructions:

Add peanut butter whiskey and grape liqueur in a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glass.

4. Game Day Beer

Who needs an ice cold beer when you can have this lookalike? The subtle, sweet, and spicy taste of Licor 43 gives a whole new depth of flavor to your shots!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) chilled Licor 43
• ½ ounce (15 ml) cold heavy cream

Instructions:

Pour Licor 43 in the bottom of a 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glass. Using a bar spoon, layer heavy cream on top.

5. The Rivalry

Just like a good rivalry, this shot balances savory and sweet in a way that always surprises.

Ingredients:

First Shot:

• 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) chilled blanco tequila

Second Shot:

• ½ ounce (15 ml) tomato juice
• ½ ounce (15 ml) orange juice
• ½ ounce (15 ml) lime juice
• 1 slice jalapeño pepper
• Dash hot sauce
• Dash of salt

Instructions:

For the first shot, fill one 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glass with tequila.

For the second shot, add tomato juice, orange juice, lime juice, jalapeño pepper, hot sauce, and salt in a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a second 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glass.

Take the tequila shot followed by the mixed shot.

6. Hail Mary

When you need to pull out all the stops, try this party shot filled with sweet, candy-like notes.

Ingredients:

• ½ ounce (15 ml) Crown Royal whisky
• 1 ounce (30 ml) watermelon pucker
• 3 ounces (90 ml) chilled Red Bull energy drink

Instructions:

Add Crown Royal whisky and watermelon pucker in a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a rocks glass. Top with Red Bull.

7. The Slammer

A simple yet classic tequila shot. Make sure to "slam" before drinking so it's slightly fizzy.

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce (30 ml) chilled blanco tequila
• 1 ounce (30 ml) chilled ginger ale or ginger beer

Instructions:

Pour tequila into a 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glass. Then, layer ginger ale (or ginger beer) on top. To drink, pick up the glass and (gently) slam it on the counter. Take the shot while it's still fizzing.

8. Halftime Boost

Need a boost of energy to get you through the second half of the game? Grab a round of Vegas bomb shots for the group!

Ingredients:

• ¼ ounce (7 ml) Crown Royal whisky
• ¼ ounce (7 ml) peach schnapps
• ¼ ounce (7 ml) Malibu rum
• ¼ ounce (7 ml) Red Bull energy drink

Instructions:

Add Crown Royal, peach schnapps, and Malibu rum in a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glass. Top with Red Bull.

9. The Sideline

These tart cranberry shots are for the friends who are really just here for the commercials and snacks.

Ingredients:

• 4 ounces (120 ml) vodka
• 2 ounces (60 ml) cranberry juice

Instructions:

Add vodka and cranberry juice to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

11. False Start

These sweet, citrus-forward shots layer orange juice and amaretto with light bourbon and gin notes for depth and balance.

Ingredients:

• 3 ounces (90 ml) orange juice
• 1 ounce (30 ml) amaretto liqueur
• 1 ounce (30 ml) bourbon
• 1 ounce (30 ml) gin

Instructions:

Add orange juice, amaretto, bourbon, and gin to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

12. Ref’s Whistle

A bright, melon-forward shot with vodka and rum that’s crisp, sweet, and impossible to ignore.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces (60 ml) melon liqueur
• 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
• 2 ounces (60 ml) light rum

Instructions:

Add melon liqueur, vodka, and rum to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

13. Power Run

Bold blue curaçao and vodka come together in this citrusy shot that packs a punch without being too heavy.

Ingredients:

• 3 ounces (90 ml) blue curaçao liqueur
• 3 ounces (90 ml) vodka

Instructions:

Add the blue curaçao and vodka to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

14. Press Box

A tropical, layered shot with pineapple, citrus, and rum that feels elevated but still party-ready.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces (60 ml) pineapple juice
• 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) blue curaçao liqueur
• 1 ounce (30 ml) light rum
• ¾ ounce (22 ml) vodka
• ½ ounce (15 ml) lemon juice
• ½ ounce (15 ml) lime juice
• ½ ounce (15 ml) simple syrup

Instructions:

Add pineapple juice, blue curaçao, rum, vodka, lemon juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

15. The Pigskin

Rich espresso, coffee liqueur, and vodka make this a bold, energizing shot for powering through the game.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) vodka
• 1 ¼ ounce (37 ml) freshly brewed espresso
• 1 ounce (30 ml) coffee liqueur
• ¾ ounce (22 ml) simple syrup

Instructions:

Add vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until well-chilled and foamy, about 15 seconds. Strain into three, 2 ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

16. Trophy Case

Sweet peach schnapps and orange juice create a smooth, celebratory shot worthy of a win.

Ingredients:

• 4 ounces (120 ml) orange juice
• 2 ounces (60 ml) peach schnapps

Instructions:

Add the orange juice and peach schnapps to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

17. End Zone

Light, fruity, and refreshing with coconut rum and melon, this shot finishes every play on a high note.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) vodka
• 1 ounce (30 ml) Malibu rum
• ½ ounce (15 ml) blue curaçao liqueur
• ½ ounce (15 ml) melon liqueur
• Soda Water, to top
• Lemon-lime soda, to top

Instructions:

Add vodka, Malibu rum, blue curaçao, and melon liqueur to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses. Top each shot with a 50:50 ratio of soda water and lemon-lime soda.

18. Fourth and Long

Sweet, tangy, and candy-inspired, this Starburst-infused shot is a crowd favorite when the game gets intense.

Ingredients:

• 2 ½ ounces (75 ml) vodka
• 2-3 yellow Starbursts
• 2 ounces (60 ml) sweet and sour mix

Instructions:

Add the vodka, yellow Starbursts, and sweet and sour mix into a cocktail shaker. Optionally, let the mixture sit overnight in the fridge to dissolve the Starbursts. Add ice and shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

19. The Playbook

A colorful mix of citrus, berry, and vodka that brings a little bit of everything to the table.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
• 1 ounce (30 ml) lemon juice
• 1 ounce (30 ml) blue curaçao liqueur
• 1 ounce (30 ml) cranberry juice
• 1 ounce (30 ml) grenadine

Instructions:

Add vodka, lemon juice, blue curaçao, cranberry juice, and grenadine to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain evenly into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

20. Sunday Night Lights

Smooth vanilla vodka and hazelnut liqueur pair perfectly with a sugar-coated lemon for a cozy nightcap shot.

Ingredients:

• ½ ounce (15 ml) vanilla vodka
• ½ ounce (15 ml) hazelnut liqueur
• 1 sugar-coated lemon wedge, served on the side

Instructions:

Add vanilla vodka and hazelnut liqueur in a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glass. Serve a sugar-coated lemon wedge alongside the shot.

21. Red Flag

Tart pomegranate, fresh lime, and tequila come together in this bold shot with just enough bite.

Ingredients:

• ¼ ounce (7 g) sea salt (optional)
• 3 ounces (90 ml) blanco tequila
• 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) pomegranate juice
• 1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
• ½ ounce (15 ml) agave or simple syrup

Instructions:

For the salt rim: Distribute the sea salt onto a small plate. Using the lime that is for the fresh lime juice, rub the flesh against and all around the rim of the shot glasses. Gently tap the sides of the shot glass in the salt, and rotate all around to rim the glasses with salt.

For the shots: Add tequila, pomegranate juice, lime juice, and agave (or simple syrup) to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

22. Defensive Line

A light, balanced flavor that’s easy to sip!

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce (30 ml) vodka
• ¾ ounce (22 ml) peach schnapps
• ¾ ounce (22 ml) sweet and sour mix
• ¾ ounce (22 ml) lemon-lime soda

Instructions:

Add vodka, peach schnapps, and sweet and sour mix in a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a rocks shot glass. Top with lemon-lime soda.

23. Two-Point Conversion

Beer and lemonade combine for a simple, refreshing shot that’s unexpectedly smooth.

Ingredients:

• 3 ounces (90 ml) beer (light or citrus beer)
• 3 ounces (90 ml) lemonade

Instructions:

Add beer and lemonade to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Stir for about 15 seconds until chilled. Strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

24. Instant Replay

Sweet mango and tequila make this tropical shot one you’ll want to come back to again and again.

Ingredients:

• 3 ½ ounces (105 ml) mango juice or puree
• 2 ½ ounces (75 ml) blanco tequila

Instructions:

Add the mango juice (or puree) and tequila to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

25. Game Plan

A vibrant mix of blue curaçao, cranberry, and lime that’s sweet, tart, and well-balanced.

Ingredients:

• 3 ounces (90 ml) vodka
• 2 ounces (60 ml) blue curaçao liqueur
• 1 ounce (30 ml) cranberry juice
• 1 ounce (30 ml) grenadine
• ½ ounce (15 ml) lime juice

Instructions:

Add vodka, blue curaçao, cranberry juice, grenadine, and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

26. Fourth Quarter

Orange juice and tequila finished with grenadine create a smooth, citrus-forward shot with a dramatic finish.

Ingredients:

• 3 ¾ ounces (110 ml) orange juice
• 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco tequila
• ¼ ounce (7 ml) grenadine

Instructions:

Add the orange juice and tequila to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses. Top each shot with an equal amount of grenadine.

27. Sideline Gatorade

Light, fruity, and refreshing, this melon-spiked shot is perfect for staying in the game.

Ingredients:

• ½ ounce (15 ml) vodka
• ¼ ounce (7 ml) melon liqueur
• ¼ ounce (7 ml) pineapple or orange juice

Instructions:

Add vodka, melon liqueur, and pineapple juice (or orange juice) in a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glass.

28. Super Sunday

A frozen tequila shot with lime and blue curaçao that feels festive and fun for the big day.

Ingredients:

• 3 ounces (90 ml) blanco tequila
• 2 ounces (60 ml) lime juice
• 1 ounce (30 ml) blue curaçao liqueur

Instructions:

Add a handful of ice (3–6 large cubes), tequila, lime juice, and blue curaçao to a blender. Blend on medium-high speed until smooth. Pour into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses.

29. Highlight Reel

Sweet watermelon flavor takes center stage in this candy-inspired shot made for standout moments.

Ingredients:

• 5 ½ ounces (160 ml) watermelon pucker
• 3 watermelon Sour Patch Kids, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Add watermelon pucker to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into three 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glasses. Optionally, drop a watermelon Sour Patch Kids in each shot for a fun candy finish.

30. Championship Ring

A bold blend of whiskeys that’s smooth, strong, and meant for true fans of classic spirits.

Ingredients:

• ¼ ounce (7 ml) Jack Daniel’s whiskey
• ¼ ounce (7 ml) Jim Beam bourbon
• ¼ ounce (7 ml) Johnnie Walker black scotch
• ¼ ounce (7 ml) Irish whiskey

Instructions:

Add Jack Daniel’s whiskey, Jim Beam bourbon, Johnnie Walker scotch, and Irish whiskey to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until chilled, then strain into a 2-ounce (60 ml) shot glass.