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Fruity Whirl Shots


  • Author: Stephanie

Description

Fruity Whirl Shots

Citrus swirl with candy dust float
🍊🌀 Makes 6–8 zesty, sparkly shots


🍋 Ingredients:

For the Shots:

  • 1 oz citrus vodka (or orange vodka)

  • 1 oz pineapple juice

  • ½ oz lemon juice (fresh for brightness)

  • ½ oz triple sec or orange liqueur

  • ½ oz simple syrup or peach syrup (for smooth sweetness)

  • ¼ tsp edible shimmer dust (gold or iridescent—this is the “candy dust float”)

  • Ice

For the Rim & Garnish:

  • Lemon wedge or corn syrup (for rim)

  • Citrus sugar or fine candy powder (like crushed SweeTARTS or lemon sherbet candy)

  • Optional: Gummy citrus slices or mini swirl lollipops


🌀 Instructions:

  1. Rim the Glasses:

    • Moisten the rims of your shot glasses with a lemon wedge or corn syrup.

    • Dip into citrus sugar or crushed tart candy for a colorful, tangy sparkle.

    • Chill if desired.

  2. Shake the Citrus Swirl:

    • In a cocktail shaker, combine citrus vodka, pineapple juice, lemon juice, triple sec, and syrup.

    • Add shimmer dust and a scoop of ice.

    • Shake vigorously until chilled and slightly frothy.

  3. Strain & Float:

    • Strain into the prepared glasses.

    • If desired, lightly sprinkle a touch more shimmer dust on top just before serving—it’ll “float” for a swirling effect.

  4. Garnish (Optional):

    • Add a small candy skewer, citrus twist, or gummy slice to each shot.