Ladies and gentlemen, today we’re making a fun and easy-to-make shot that might want to try the blue balls shot. This shot has a tropical flavor and a saucy name that you will forget all your stress and irritation.
In this article, I will show you the ingredients, tools, recipe, and some facts about this drink.
Don’t forget to check our previous posts: Jolly Rancher Shot and Paradise Cocktail.
How To Make Blue Balls Shot?
Ingredients
To make this shot, you will need the following ingredients:
- Coconut rum: that adds a tropical and Sweet taste to the shot. Use any brand of coconut rum, such as Malibu, Parrot Bay, or Bacardi.
- Blue curaçao: gives a citrus and colorful touch to your shot. As your choice, You may use any type of blue curaçao, such as Bols, DeKuyper, or Hiram Walker.
- Peach schnapps: it’s sweetens your shot. You can use any peach schnapps, such as Archers, Peachtree, or DeKuyper.
- Sweet and sour mix: Use any type of sweet and sour mix— such as Mr 8& Mrs T, Finest Call, or Rose’s.
- Lemon-lime soda: It brings a bubbly and airy aspect to your shot. Any lemon-lime soda brand will do, including Sprite or 7up.
Tools
To Create Homemade blue Balls shot, you will need the following tools:
- Jigger
- Shot glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Hawthorne strainer
Blue Balls Shot Recipe
To make the blue balls shot Recipe at home, you will follow these easy steps:
- Put the cocktail shaker with ice until it’s halfway full.
- Pour 0.5 oz of coconut rum, 0.5 oz blue curaçao, and peach schnapps each plus an additional one-half (X2= X3) for the sweetie sour mix; it would read thus. Add them to a cocktail shaker.
- Pour lemon-lime soda into the cocktail shaker.
- Screw the lid on and shake well until the outside of the cocktail shaker has become frosty.
- Uncover the cocktail shaker by removing its lid and attaching the Hawthorne strainer to it.
- Strain the liquid into the shot glass.
- Garnish with a strawberry if desired.
- Enjoy your blue ball shot Cocktail!
More About This Drink
Here are some facts and tips about the blue ball shot:
Alcohol percentage
- The blue ball shot has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of about 20%, equivalent to 0.6 oz of pure alcohol per shot. This implies that it is a heavy shot which, in case of consumption, makes one drunk within minutes. Drink within your limit to avoid alcohol poisoning and hangovers.
Nutrition facts
- The blue ball shot is about 120 calories per serving. It is a high-calorie beverage that could count toward your daily consumption levels if you take too many drinks. Drink in moderation and ensure a balanced diet to avoid obesity-related health concerns.
Blue balls shot vs. blue Hawaiian cocktail
- – The blue ball shot has the same taste and color as the blue Hawaiian cocktail that consists of rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and cream of coconut. But the blue ball shot is also stronger, sweeter, and sourder than the blue Hawaiian cocktail. You can taste and compare both drinks to decide which suits you best.
Flavors variations
- A naughty name for a blue ball shot can make you laugh or blush. It is a colorful and lively drink that can make your party celebrations come alive. Additionally, you can change the ingredients and or name of the blue ball shot to create variations. For instance, pink balls can be made of cranberry juice instead of blue curaçao or hairy balls with coconut flakes on the rim of the glass.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about the blue balls shot:
Q: What does the blue ball shot taste like?
A: This shot tastes like a tropical and fruity drink with a hint of sourness and fizziness. It has a distinct coconut and peach flavor, subtle orange notes, and a tangy finish.
Q: How do you make the blue balls shot without a cocktail shaker?
A: If you do not have access to a cocktail shaker, then instead of it, you can use the glass jar with a lid for making blue balls shot. Add the ingredients and ice to the jar, screw on top of the lid tightly, then shake. Next, strain the liquid into the shot glass through a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter.
Q: How do you make the blue balls shot vegan?
-A: To make the blue balls shot vegan, you can use a vegan sweet and sour instead of a regular one. You can purchase a vegan sweet and sour mixture from any store or prepare your own by combining lemon juice, lime juice, sugar syrup, and water.
Conclusion
The Blue Balls shot is a playful, colorful drink that tastes of the tropics and has an intriguing connotation. It is a great summer drink for parties and celebrations. It involves coconut rum, blue curaçao, peach schnapps, and sweet and sour mix with lemon-lime soda. Alternatively, you can personalize it by altering the ingredients or its name. Just keep in mind to enjoy your blue balls shot responsibly.