Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shot Recipe
The Cinnamon Toast Crunch shot is a fun and tasty drink that's like having your breakfast cereal in a glass. It's made with RumChata and Fireball Whiskey, making it a favorite among those who love cinnamon flavors.
Ingredients
- •0.5 oz (15 ml) Fireball Cinnamon Whisky
- •0.5 oz (15 ml) RumChata liqueur
- •Optional garnish: cinnamon sugar rim
Instructions
- 1
Pour 1 part RumChata and 1 part Fireball Whiskey into a shaker filled with ice.
- 2
Shake the mixture vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until the ingredients are well combined and chilled.
- 3
Strain the mixture into a shot glass.
- 4
Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top, if desired.
- 5
Serve and enjoy your sweet and spicy Cinnamon Toast Crunch shot!
Pro Tip
“For an extra touch of flair, rim your shot glass with cinnamon sugar before pouring in the drink. It adds a delightful crunch and enhances the cinnamon aroma with every sip.”
The Story Behind the Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shot Recipe
The Cinnamon Toast Crunch shot is a modern classic that brings the nostalgic flavors of your favorite childhood cereal into a fun, adult beverage. This shot gained popularity in the early 2010s, especially in college bars and parties, thanks to its sweet and spicy kick that mimics the beloved breakfast treat.
What Pairs Well
Food Pairings
- 🍽️churros
The cinnamon sugar on churros perfectly complements the spicy-sweet notes of the shot.
- 🍽️apple pie
The warm, spiced flavors of apple pie enhance the cinnamon and creamy notes of the drink.
- 🍽️snickerdoodle cookies
These cinnamon-sugar cookies mirror the shot's flavor profile, making for a delightful pairing.
Perfect For
- bachelorette weekend in Vegas
This fun and flavorful shot is perfect for celebrating with friends in a lively setting.
- Super Bowl Sunday
Add a sweet and spicy twist to your game day lineup with this crowd-pleasing shot.
- celebrating a promotion
Toast to success with a shot that feels like a treat and a reward all in one.
- rainy Sunday afternoon
Brighten up a gloomy day with this comforting and indulgent shot.
Fun Facts
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RumChata is a cream liqueur that combines Caribbean rum with real dairy cream, cinnamon, and vanilla, making it a versatile mixer for sweet cocktails.
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Fireball Cinnamon Whisky was originally part of a line of flavored schnapps developed in Canada in the mid-1980s.
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The combination of RumChata and Fireball has become a popular trend in cocktails, often referred to as 'Cinnamon Toast Crunch' due to its uncanny resemblance to the cereal's flavor.
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