Description
Smooth Caribbean spirits dance in these Bourbon Vanilla Island Breeze Shots, blending tropical warmth with rich Kentucky whiskey. Cocktail enthusiasts will discover a refreshing escape that transports sensations straight to beachside memories with each silky sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Spirits and Liquors:
- 1 part bourbon or whiskey
- 1 part turquoise rum
Creamy Ingredients:
- 1 part coconut cream or coconut milk
Juice and Flavoring:
- 2 parts pineapple juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 vanilla bean (split and scraped)
Instructions
- Chill a cocktail shaker in the freezer for optimal mixing temperature.
- Pour bourbon, turquoise rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice into the cold shaker.
- Split vanilla bean carefully, extracting seeds and adding both seeds and pod to the liquid mixture.
- Vigorously shake ingredients for 15-20 seconds to ensure thorough blending and create a frosty texture.
- Place a fine-mesh strainer over shot glasses to catch any vanilla pod fragments or ice shards.
- Gently strain the chilled cocktail into prepared shot glasses, filling each to the brim.
- Enhance presentation by delicately garnishing with a tiny pineapple wedge or sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes.
- Serve immediately while the shots are cold and the flavors are vibrant.
Notes
- Use high-quality bourbon or whiskey for a richer, more complex flavor profile that elevates the entire shot experience.
- Choose full-fat coconut cream instead of milk for a silkier, more luxurious texture that coats the palate smoothly.
- Fresh vanilla bean provides deeper, more authentic flavor compared to extract, creating a more sophisticated and aromatic shot.
- Chill shot glasses beforehand to keep the drink refreshingly cool and enhance the overall drinking sensation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg