Ingredients
To make one Bazooka Joe Shot, gather the following:
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1 oz banana liqueur ????
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1 oz blue curaçao ????
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1 oz Irish cream liqueur ????
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Ice cubes ????
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Optional: Whipped cream for topping
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Optional garnish: A piece of Bazooka Joe gum, rainbow sprinkles, or even cotton candy
Instructions
Step 1: Chill Your Shot Glasses
Pop your shot glasses into the freezer for at least 10–15 minutes. Chilled glasses enhance the creamy texture and make the visual presentation pop.
Step 2: Fill Shaker with Ice
Use a standard cocktail shaker and fill it halfway with ice cubes. This not only chills the drink but helps emulsify the flavors.
Step 3: Add the Liquors
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First pour in the banana liqueur
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Next, the blue curaçao
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Finally, the Irish cream
Tip: Pouring Irish cream last reduces the risk of curdling, as citrus-based curaçao can react with dairy liqueurs.
Step 4: Shake It Up
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. You want a well-mixed, icy-cold concoction that’s ready to go down smooth.
Step 5: Strain into Glasses
Using a cocktail strainer, pour the shot mixture into your chilled shot glasses. Admire the gorgeous light blue hue.
Step 6: Add Garnishes (Optional)
Top with whipped cream for a decadent dessert shot, or add a whimsical touch with bubblegum or colorful sprinkles.
Notes
The Bazooka Joe Shot is more than a novelty drink. Its creaminess is velvety, its sweetness hits the spot without cloying, and the balance of flavors makes it genuinely enjoyable—especially for those who typically shy away from stronger, more spirit-forward drinks. The banana flavor leads, but the citrusy blue curaçao peeks through, while the Irish cream ties it all together in a candy cloud of smoothness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 120–150 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Protein: 0.6 g