Payday Shot Drink Cocktail Recipe

The Payday Shot is a popular cocktail known for its sweet and savory flavor profile. It is typically enjoyed as a shot and combines the rich and nutty taste of amaretto liqueur with the smooth and creamy notes of Irish cream.

The Payday Shot is named after the popular candy bar, "PayDay," which features peanuts and caramel. The combination of amaretto and Irish cream in this cocktail creates a similar nutty and sweet taste reminiscent of the candy bar's flavors.

The Payday Shot is a cool mix of two tasty liqueurs that create a sweet and nutty taste sensation.

Payday Shot Ingredients and Kitchen Tools

Here's what you need:

Ingredients

• 1/2 ounce Amaretto liqueur
• 1/2 ounce Irish cream liqueur (such as Baileys)

Kitchen tools

Shot Glass

Payday Shot Variations

The Payday Shot cocktail is a fun and versatile drink that can be customized with various ingredients to create unique flavor combinations. Here are some creative variations of the Payday Shot that you might enjoy:

1. Coconut Cashew Shot:
   • 1/2 ounce Amaretto liqueur
   • 1/2 ounce Coconut Rum
   • Layer the ingredients for a tropical and nutty twist on the classic Payday Shot.
2. Caramel Macchiato Shot:
   • 1/2 ounce Amaretto liqueur
   • 1/2 ounce Coffee Liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
   • Layer the ingredients for a shot that resembles the flavors of a caramel macchiato coffee.
3. Peanut Butter Cup Shot:
   • 1/2 ounce Amaretto liqueur
   • 1/2 ounce Peanut Butter Liqueur
   • Layer the ingredients for a shot reminiscent of a peanut butter cup candy.
4. Almond Joy Shot:
   • 1/2 ounce Amaretto liqueur
   • 1/2 ounce Coconut Rum
   • 1/2 ounce Chocolate Liqueur
   • Layer the ingredients for a shot inspired by the flavors of an Almond Joy candy bar.
5. Nutty Banana Shot:
   • 1/2 ounce Amaretto liqueur
   • 1/2 ounce Banana Liqueur
   • Layer the ingredients for a shot with a delicious combination of nutty and banana flavors.
6. Salted Caramel Cashew Shot:
   • 1/2 ounce Amaretto liqueur
   • 1/2 ounce Butterscotch Schnapps
   • A pinch of sea salt (optional)
   • Layer the ingredients and add a pinch of sea salt for a sweet and salty delight.

These variations allow you to experiment with different liqueurs and flavors, creating a Payday Shot experience tailored to your taste preferences. Feel free to get creative and mix and match ingredients to discover your favorite combination.

Payday Shot Recipe Calories

How to Make the Payday Shot

Chill a shot glass in the freezer for a few minutes.

Once the shot glass is chilled, measure and pour 1/2 ounce of amaretto liqueur into the glass.

Gently layer 1/2 ounce of Irish cream liqueur on top of the amaretto by pouring it over the back of a spoon. This creates a layered effect with the two liqueurs.

Serve the Payday Shot immediately and enjoy!