Method
Prepare the Rim:
- Wet the top of your shot glass with sugar syrup or water and coat the rim with sugar.
Layer the Ingredients:
- Add 0.33 oz of raspberry liqueur to the shot glass.
- Carefully layer 0.66 oz of Irish cream on top of the raspberry liqueur.
Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet, jam donut flavor.
Nutrition
Notes
The Story Behind the Shot The Jam Donut Shot (also known as the Jelly Donut Shot) is a modern classic. It's a testament to the creativity of bartenders who love to create drinks that taste exactly like a beloved dessert. The layering of the raspberry liqueur and Irish cream is key to the experience, with the creamy top representing the donut and the sweet, fruity bottom representing the jam filling.
Tips for a Perfect Shot
- Master the Layering: Layering is an art! To get a clean separation between the two liquids, make sure the Irish cream is well-chilled and pour it very slowly over the back of a spoon.
- The Sugar Rim: To really sell the "donut" flavor, a sugar-rimmed glass is a must. Simply wet the rim of the shot glass with a little water or simple syrup and dip it into a dish of sugar.
- Customize Your "Jam": While raspberry is the classic choice, you can substitute other fruit liqueurs like strawberry or blackberry to create your own unique version of the shot.
- Is this a very strong shot? No, this shot is a dessert-style drink and is relatively mild. It's meant to be a sweet, fun treat rather than a hard-hitting shooter.
- What does it taste like? It tastes like a sweet, creamy raspberry donut. You get the creamy, milky flavor of the Irish cream followed by the fruity sweetness of the raspberry liqueur.