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Twisted Candy Apple Shots

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These Twisted Candy Apple Shots are a sweet, tangy, and slightly sour drink inspired by classic candy apples! Made with sour apple liqueur, cinnamon schnapps, and a touch of caramel, these vibrant red and green shots are perfect for Halloween, fall parties, or any festive gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 oz sour apple liqueur (e.g., DeKuyper Sour Apple Pucker)
  • 1 oz cinnamon schnapps (e.g., Goldschläger or Fireball for extra warmth)
  • 1/2 oz caramel vodka (or butterscotch schnapps)
  • 1/2 oz cranberry juice (for color and tartness)
  • Ice (for shaking)

For Garnish:

  • Caramel sauce (for rimming)
  • Red sugar or crushed cinnamon candies (for the rim)
  • Apple slice or cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Rim the Glasses

  1. Dip the rims of shot glasses into caramel sauce, then roll in red sugar or crushed cinnamon candies.

Step 2: Mix the Shot

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add sour apple liqueur, cinnamon schnapps, caramel vodka, and cranberry juice.
  3. Shake well for 10-15 seconds until chilled.

Step 3: Serve & Enjoy!

  1. Strain into the prepared shot glasses.
  2. Garnish with a thin apple slice or cinnamon stick for extra flair.
  3. Take the shot and enjoy the sweet, sour, and spicy twist!

Notes

  • Make it a Cocktail: Serve over ice in a rocks glass and top with ginger ale or sparkling apple cider.
  • Extra Candy Flavor: Use sour apple hard candies or Red Hots as stirrers.
  • Stronger Version: Swap cranberry juice for a splash of vodka for extra kick.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/twisted-candy-apple-shots/