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Aug 8, 2022 · Modified: May 30, 2023 by Kristin

Sexy Alligator Shot – Layered Shot Recipe

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If you love a tropical flavors and cool looking shots then you should try the sexy alligator shot. The shot is perfect for parties and get togethers.

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What is a sexy alligator shot?

A sexy alligator shot sometimes called sex with an alligator shot is a brightly colored layered shot made with four ingredients. You need Midori (or another melon liqueur), Jager, Chambord (or another black raspberry liqueur) and sweet and sour mix.

It has a tropical and sweet flavor with a kick from the high octane Jager.

The colors of the sex with an alligator shot resemble that of a swamp with the greens and browns. It is a relatively easy layered shot to make that is sure to dazzle others with it’s look.

Other layered and fun named shots you might like if you like this one are: jam donut shot, surfer on acid shot, duck fart shots, blow job shot and the alien brain hemorrhage.

How to make this drink:

This is a relatively easy to make layered shot and you’ll only need four ingredients.

close up of sexy alligator shot

Equipment:

  • cocktail shaker
  • Hawthorne strainer
  • Shot glasses
  • jigger
  • pour spouts
  • bar spoon

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz sweet and sour mix
  • 1 oz Midori
  • ¼ oz Chambord
  • ¼ oz Jager
close up of sexy alligator shot with liquor bottles visible in the background

Instructions:

Step one

To begin, you’ll want to gather all of your ingredients and equipment together.

Then, fill your cocktail shaker almost to the top with ice.

Step two

Next, you will be combining the Midori (or other melon liqueur of your choosing) with the sweet and sour mix.

To do this, you want to measure one ounce of melon liqueur with your jigger and pour over the ice in your cocktail shaker.

Then using your jigger, measure 1 oz of sweet and sour mix and also add it to your cocktail shaker.

Step three

Put the top on your cocktail shaker and shake well for a few seconds.

Remove the cocktail shaker top, pleasure Hawthorne strainer on top and pour your sweet and sour mix and melon liqueur into your shot glass.

Step four

Next, measure ¼ oz of Chambord or other black raspberry liqueur and very slowly pour it into the shot glass.

Due to the difference in density between the two liquids the Chambord should sink straight to the bottom of the shot glass.

Step Five

Finally, you will want to use your bar spoon to layer your jager on top of your shot.

To do this is the back of the bar spoon inserted into the shot glass just above the line of The melon liqueur. Slowly drip your Jager over the back of the bar spoon so that it sits on top of the melon liqueur.

now your shot is ready to enjoy!

close up of sexy alligator shot with liquor bottles visible in the background

Recipe

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Sexy Alligator Shot

Prep Time5 minutes mins
Course: Drinks
Keyword: Sexy Alligator shot
Servings: 1

Equipment

  • jigger
  • shot glass
  • cocktail shaker
  • Hawthorne strainer
  • bar spoon
  • Pour Spouts

Ingredients

  • 1 oz sweet and sour mix
  • 1 oz Melon Liqueur (we like Midori)
  • ¼ oz Black Raspberry Liqueur (we like Chambord)
  • ¼ oz Jager

Instructions

  • Fill cocktail shaker to top with ice
  • Use jigger to measure 1 oz of Sweet and Sour mix and pour into shaker
  • Use jigger to measure 1 oz of Midori and pour into shaker
  • Place top on shaker and shake thoroughly
  • Remove lid and add Hawthorne strainer to top of shaker
  • Pour liquid into shot glass
  • Use jigger to measure ¼ oz of Chambord
  • Place bar spoon just above liquid in shot glass with spoon upside down. Slowly pour Chambord over back of the bar spoon. It will sink to the bottom of the glass.
  • Use jigger to measure ¼ oz of Jager
  • Place bar spoon just above liquid in shot glass with spoon upside down. Slowly pour Jager over back of the bar spoon. It will float on the top of the glass.
  • Kick back and enjoy!

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