Description
Chile Mango Mexican Candy Shots are a bold and vibrant party drink that combines the sweetness of mango nectar with the tangy, spicy flavors of chamoy and TajÃn. These fun and festive shots are perfect for celebrations, featuring a delicious blend of tropical fruity notes and Mexican chili accents, rimmed with chamoy and TajÃn for an extra kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Shot Mixture
- 1 cup mango nectar
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chamoy
- 1/4 teaspoon TajÃn (plus more for rimming)
For Rimming
- Chamoy (for rimming)
- TajÃn (for rimming)
Garnish (optional)
- Gummy candies or tamarind straws
Instructions
- Prepare the Shot Glasses: Rim each shot glass with chamoy by dipping the rims in the sauce, then immediately dip the rims into TajÃn seasoning to coat the edges evenly. Set the glasses aside.
- Mix the Shot Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine mango nectar, coconut water, orange liqueur, freshly squeezed lime juice, chamoy, and 1/4 teaspoon TajÃn. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds to chill and blend all the flavors thoroughly.
- Serve the Shots: Strain the chilled mixture evenly into the prepared shot glasses with the chamoy and TajÃn rims.
- Garnish: Place a gummy candy or tamarind straw on top of each shot for a fun, chewy garnish that complements the sweet and spicy flavors.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant, fun, and bold taste of these festive Chile Mango Mexican Candy Shots with your friends and guests.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of chamoy and TajÃn to suit your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- These shots are best served immediately while cold and fresh.
- Gummy candies or tamarind straws are optional but add a fun texture.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the orange liqueur and add a splash of orange juice instead.
