If you’re anything like me, you love shaking up the perfect blend of flavours to kickstart a legendary night. That’s why I’m thrilled to share my personal bartender’s secret weapon: the Payday Shot!
I’ll spill all the secrets behind mastering this game-changing shot. Gather your friends, raise your glasses, and get ready to embrace the payday spirit – because life is too short not to celebrate in style!
What is Payday Shot?
A Payday Shot is a drink you can make with alcohol and a few other ingredients. The name comes from the fact that it’s meant to get you through your Friday or Saturday night or your Monday morning, depending on how you like to party.
It’s inspired by the idea of a shot, but it’s not actually a shot—it’s more like a shot-and-a-half. It’s meant to be fun and easy to drink, so people don’t have to feel like they’re being forced into drinking all night long.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz (30 ml) Bourbon whiskey
- 1 oz (30 ml) Butterscotch schnapps
- 1 oz (30 ml) Irish cream liqueur
- 1 oz (30 ml) Peanut butter liqueur
- Caramel sauce (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Gather all the ingredients and make sure you have a cocktail shaker, shot glasses, and a small dish for the caramel sauce.
- Start by drizzling some caramel sauce on the inside of each shot glass. You can create a swirl pattern or simply coat the bottom of the glass.
- In a cocktail shaker, add the Bourbon whiskey, butterscotch schnapps, Irish cream liqueur, and peanut butter liqueur.
- Fill the shaker with ice and secure the lid tightly.
- Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15-20 seconds. This will thoroughly mix the ingredients and chill the drink.
- Grab your shot glasses with the caramel sauce and strain the cocktail mixture into each glass, dividing it evenly.
- Serve the Payday shots immediately while they’re still chilled.
Tips:
- Use a high-quality Bourbon whiskey for the best flavour. Choose a brand that you enjoy sipping on its own.
- If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add a touch of simple syrup to the cocktail mixture. Start with half an ounce (15 ml) and adjust according to your preference.
- When drizzling the caramel sauce in the shot glasses, you can warm it up slightly to make it easier to work with. Use a microwave or a double boiler to heat it gently.
- For an extra touch of indulgence, you can rim the shot glasses with crushed peanuts or crushed Payday candy bars before adding the caramel sauce.
- If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, you can use a large mason jar or a tightly sealed container to mix the ingredients. Just make sure it has enough room for shaking and chilling the drink.
- Experiment with the proportions of the ingredients to find the perfect balance for your taste buds. You can adjust the amounts of each liqueur to suit your preferences.
Ingredients Substitute
Suppose you want to make a Payday shot but don’t have all the ingredients on hand or prefer to explore different flavour profiles. In that case, you can consider some ingredient substitutes. Here are some alternative options that can be used to create a variation of this shot:
- Whiskey: While the classic Payday shot recipe calls for Bourbon whiskey, you can experiment with different types of whiskey to alter the flavour profile. Rye whiskey, Tennessee whiskey, or even smoky Scotch whiskey can be used as substitutes. Every kind of whiskey will bring its own unique characteristics to the shot.
- Butterscotch Schnapps: If you don’t have butterscotch schnapps, you can substitute it with a caramel liqueur or caramel syrup. The flavour will still be sweet and caramel-like, enhancing the overall taste of the shot.
- Irish Cream Liqueur: The Irish cream liqueur adds a creamy and smooth element to the Payday shot. If you don’t have Irish cream on hand, you can substitute it with a vanilla-flavoured cream liqueur or even a coffee liqueur. These substitutes will introduce different flavour notes but will still provide a creamy texture to the shot.
- Peanut Butter Liqueur: To replicate the distinct peanut butter flavour in the Payday shot, you can substitute peanut butter liqueur with a combination of peanut butter and a nut-flavoured liqueur. Mix a small amount of creamy peanut butter with hazelnut or amaretto liqueur to create a similar nutty taste.
- Caramel Sauce: If you’re out of caramel sauce, you can substitute it with melted caramel candies or syrup. Melt the candies in a microwave or stovetop and use the resulting caramel liquid to line the shot glasses. The taste will be similar, and it will give the desired caramel accent to the shot.
Health Benefits
Payday Shot is a delicious drink that can help you get through your day. It’s got a unique blend of ingredients that, when combined, offer some serious health benefits.
Here are just a few of them:
- It’s loaded with vitamins and minerals, so you’ll be able to stay healthy as you go about your day
- It helps boost your energy levels, which will make you feel more awake than ever before
- It contains caffeine, which is great for those who have trouble staying focused at work or school
- It boosts your metabolism and helps process food quicker so your body can use it more efficiently
Nutrition facts
 Serving size: 1 shot (1.5 oz.)
- Calories: 130
- Total fat: 0g
- Saturated fat: 0g
- Trans fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 15mg
- Total carbohydrate: 32g
- Dietary fibre: 2g
- Sugars: 15g
Final Thoughts
Payday Shot recipe is a delicious and highly satisfying cocktail that is perfect for enjoying after a long work week. It satisfies any sweet tooth and is smooth enough to enjoy without a chaser. The best part? It takes only seconds to mix together, making it the ideal choice for a busy bartender. Enjoy!
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- Walk Me Down Drink Recipe
- Blue Gatorade Shot Recipe
- Applesauce Shot Recipe
- Old Overholt Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 oz (30 ml) Bourbon whiskey
- 1 oz (30 ml) Butterscotch schnapps
- 1 oz (30 ml) Irish cream liqueur
- 1 oz (30 ml) Peanut butter liqueur
- Caramel sauce (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients and make sure you have a cocktail shaker, shot glasses, and a small dish for the caramel sauce.
- Start by drizzling some caramel sauce on the inside of each shot glass. You can create a swirl pattern or simply coat the bottom of the glass.
- In a cocktail shaker, add the Bourbon whiskey, butterscotch schnapps, Irish cream liqueur, and peanut butter liqueur.
- Fill the shaker with ice and secure the lid tightly.
- Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15-20 seconds. This will thoroughly mix the ingredients and chill the drink.
- Grab your shot glasses with the caramel sauce and strain the cocktail mixture into each glass, dividing it evenly.
- Serve the Payday shots immediately while they're still chilled.
