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Shot-gun

Served in a Shot Glass

Shotalcoholic43.4% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

224 kcalCalories
43.4%ABV
0gSugar
0gCarbs
2.19Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easylayered drink

Why: 3 ingredients, layered drink

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Pour one part Jack Daneils and one part Jim Beam into shot glass then float Wild Turkey on top.Pour

How to Serve

Glass
Shot Glass
Temperature
Warm
Served Warm

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Supporting notes

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLightStrong
BodyLightFull
SweetnessDrySweet
  • High ABV
  • Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • PartySuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.
  • Winter / CozySuggested from its spice notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

Food pairings

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeKetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVeganVegetarian

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Bourbon1 part

Rye WhiskeyWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount; adjust sweetener if the drink becomes too dry.
What changes
Rye whiskey can replace bourbon when a spicier, drier version is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Shot-gun?
The Shot-gun is a shot made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Shot Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 43.4%. A standard serving contains approximately 224 calories.
What does a Shot-gun taste like?
Shot-gun has a flavour profile featuring Caramel, Oak, Vanilla, Spice. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Shot-gun?
Shot-gun pairs well with BBQ, Steak, Grilled Meat. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Shot-gun?
The Shot-gun has an ABV of approximately 43.4%. That's approximately 2.19 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 224 kcal, 0.0g sugar, 0.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Shot-gun typically served?
Shot-gun is often suggested for Party, Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Shot-gun?
If you enjoy Shot-gun, the suggestions on this page surface other shots that share its base spirit or a similar sweet-to-spirit balance.
How should Shot-gun be served?
Shot-gun is best served chilled in a shot glass. Chill the glass in the freezer beforehand for the best result. Pour in a single smooth motion and serve immediately.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare shots at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find shots I like?
Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Shot-gun with other shots. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.