Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot Recipe
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a classic dessert with the delectable Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot. This delightful concoction combines the velvety notes of vanilla-flavored vodka with the tropical sweetness of pineapple juice, creating a shot that perfectly emulates the taste of a pineapple upside down cake.
To craft this enticing shot, fill a shaker with ice, vanilla-flavored vodka and pineapple juice. Shake vigorously to blend the flavors. Strain the luscious mixture into a shot glass, slowly add grenadine for a touch of sweetness and for an extra touch of decadence, top it off with a dollop of whipped cream.
Finally, crown it with a maraschino cherry for a charming and delicious garnish. As you raise this petite shot to your lips, the flavors of vanilla, pineapple, and the subtle hint of cherry transport you to a world of dessert-inspired delight.
Each sip is an explosion of sweet and tropical flavors, reminiscent of the delightful upside down cake that inspired it. So, savor the moment and relish in the indulgent Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot, a little taste of dessert in a glass. Cheers!
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Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot Recipe
How to make a pineapple upside-down cake shot
This pineapple cake shot is easy and fun to make. Just gather up the few ingredients listed below and take your time. Learning how to gently add the grenadine syrup will give your shots the gradient color that makes this cocktail a delight to see.
Ingredients
The ingredients list for this ✳️ Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot is below. If you enjoy cocktails and shots, you will probably have most of the ingredients already!
- Vanilla-flavored Vodka
- Pineapple Juice
- Grenadine
- Ice
- Whipped Cream
- Maraschino Cherry Garnish
Equipment
To make this great-tasting Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot, you’ll need (2) 2oz. tall shot glasses and a cocktail shaker. We prefer to use a metal cocktail shaker as they seem to get the mixture colder, but any shaker type will do.
Recipe Steps
The steps for this drink are straightforward. Just add the ice, vodka, and pineapple juice to the shaker cup. Shake until blended and cold. Pour into 2 shot glasses, slowly add the grenadine syrup, and top with whipped cream. Finish this shot by garnishing it with a cherry!
Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz vanilla vodka
- 1 1/2 oz pineapple juice
- 1/4 oz grenadine
- 1 cup ice
- 1 tbsp whipped cream
- 1 maraschino Cherry Garnish
Instructions
- Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
- Add the vodka and pineapple juice into the shaker.
- Shake until well mixed and cold.
- Split cocktail between 2 2oz shot glasses.
- Using the back of a bar spoon, gently pour half of the grenadine syrup down the side of each shot glass. The slower the pour, the more the syrup will settle to the bottom and not thoroughly mix with the rest of the drink.
- Top each shot glass with 1/2 tbsp of whipped cream.
- Add the maraschino cherry to the rim of the shot glass as a garnish.
Nutrition
Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot FAQ
A Pineapple Upside Down Shot has 6 ingredients including Vanilla Vodka:
- Vanilla Vodka
- Pineapple Juice
- Grenadine
- Ice
- Whipped Cream
- Maraschino Cherry Garnish
To make a Pineapple Upside Down Shot simply add ice, vodka, and pineapple juice to a shaker cup. Shake until blended. Pour into 2 shot glasses. Top with whipped cream and garnish with a cherry!
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As always, drink responsibly, and don’t drink and drive!
Very good, and easy to make
Thanks Zach!
Tastes just as good as it looks! Highly recommend this shot! Definitely one of my favorites
Thanks Cassandra