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    Mini Beer Shot

    Published: Jul 3, 2022 ยท Updated: Sep 11, 2024 by Tammilee ยท This post may contain affiliate links

    How to Make a Mini Beer Shot! This super fun cocktail shot looks like a mini beer without any beer! You only need two ingredients to make this terrific party shot!

    Mini Beer Shot text over two small beer glasses on coasters

    Mini Beer Shot

    Contents show
    Mini Beer Shot
    Preparation and Storage
    Recipe Variations
    Tips for the Best Mini Beer Shot
    What to Serve with a Mini Beer Shot
    When to Serve
    Great Recipe Collections
    Mini Beer Shot Recipe
    Ingredients
    Instructions
    Kitchen Tools
    Nutrition

    This Mini Beer not only tastes great but looks fun, too! How can you go wrong serving a little beer that will surprise party guests?

    Licor 43 bottle next to a container of Heavy Whipping Cream.

    What's in a Mini Beer Shot

    Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients needed to make an epic Mini Beer Shot! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.

    • Licor 43 Liqueur
    • Heavy Cream

    Licor 43 Liqueur is a Spanish vanilla liqueur produced in Cartagena, Spain. The liqueur uses a family recipe that has been a secret for 76 years.

    It features 43 natural ingredients, including Mediterranean citrus fruits, botanicals, herbs, and spices. The liquor gets its name from the 43 natural ingredients it contains.

    Licor 43 Spanish Liqueur has a sweet, floral, citrus flavor that is complex but smooth to drink. I love the notes of vanilla and citrus.

    Licor 43 Original is 31% ABV.

    Equipment Needed

    • Mini Beer Shot Glasses/Shot glass
    • Cocktail Bar Spoon
    • Cocktail Pourer - We use these angled jiggers to make it really easy to pour into shot glasses.

    Hand pouring Licor 43 into a mini beer glass sitting on a coaster.

    How to Make a Mini Beer Shot

    I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.

    Add chilled Licor 43 to a mini beer glass.

    Pour whipping cream over the back of a bartending spoon and on top of the Licor 43 to create the foam head and make it look like a frothy, chilled beer. You can decide how thick a layer of heavy cream you want on each drink. The heavy cream adds an epic creamy finish to this cocktail shot.

    Cheers! Enjoy!

    Two mini beer shots on white marble coasters.

    Preparation and Storage

    Make Ahead: We do not suggest preparing this cocktail shot beforehand, as you will lose the frothy beer โ€œheadโ€ that adds to the presentation.

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    Recipe Variations

    Substitutions:

    We recommend using Licor 43 in this cocktail shot recipe, as it has a unique flavor with no close substitutes. The closest substitute is Tuaca, an Italian vanilla brandy with similar features but will still give your Mini Beer Shot a different taste.

    Vegetarian Option: The Mini Beer Shot is 100 percent vegetarian!

    Vegan Option: Vegans will only need to replace the heavy whipping cream with a plant-based substitute, as Licor 43 confirms in its FAQs that it is safe for vegans.

    Gluten-Free: This recipe is safe for a vegan diet! Licor 43 also confirms in its FAQs that its product is gluten-free.

    Alcohol-Free Option: To make it alcohol-free, replace the Licor 43 with an NA substitute. We recommend starting with a non-alcoholic vanilla-flavored liqueur and seeing what tastes best.

    Larger Group/More Servings:

    For more servings, multiply the recipe by the number of shots you need and divide the mixture between each shot glass. Be prepared to work in batches if youโ€™re serving a large group.

    Sugar-Free:ย 

    We could not find nutrition facts on Licor 43, but various sources confirm that it contains 10 to 12 grams of sugar per 1-ounce shot. We found no sugar-free alternatives to Licor 43.

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    Tips for the Best Mini Beer Shot

    • We suggest chilling the Licor 43 before making this party cocktail, so it is nice and cold. You can place it in the freezer for a few hours to get it chilled or keep it in the fridge overnight.
    • I love that this drink tastes like a decadent creamsicle.
    • Use a mixing glass to make this recipe if you want to pour out multiple little beer shots at a time. Otherwise, you can skip it.
    • We purchased our bottle of Licor 43 at our local Total Wine, but you should be able to find it at any liquor store with a decent selection.

    Two mini beer shots on white marble coasters with a cloth napkin in the background.

    What to Serve with a Mini Beer Shot

    With a pleasant citrus and vanilla flavor and the appearance of a freshly poured beer, this Mini Beer Shot is a treat for the eyes and the taste buds! Here are some party-ready menu planning suggestions featuring the real thing.

    Sides: Guinness Beer Cheese Dip, CrockPot Beer Cheese Soup, 3 Ingredient Beer Bread, Guinness Glazed Pecans

    Main Dishes: CrockPot Beer Brats, Jalapeรฑo Beer Brats, Slow Cooker Beer Chili, Apple Cider Beer Brats, Crock Pot Barbecue Beer Kielbasa, CrockPot Guinness Corned Beef and Cabbage

    Desserts: Guinness Chocolate Cake Pops, Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes, Guinness Chocolate Balls, Guinness Chocolate Cake

    Drinks: Guinness and Cider Beer Cocktail, Leprechaun Beer Shot, Beer Margaritas, Baby Guinness Shot

    When to Serve

    • Cocktail Night
    • Parties
    • Game Day/Tailgating
    • St. Patrickโ€™s Dayย 

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    Mini beer shots in mini beer glasses on white coasters

    Mini Beer Shot Recipe

    Easy Mini Beer Shot Recipe perfect for parties! It only takes 2 ingredients to make this cocktail shot.
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    Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 24kcal
    Author: Tammilee Tips

    Ingredients

    • 1 Ounce Licor 43
    • .25 Ounce Heavy Whipping Cream

    Instructions

    • Pour chilled Licor 43 into shot glass.
    • Pour heavy cream over the back of a bartending spoon to create foam top.

    Kitchen Tools

    • Mini Beer Shot Glass
    • Bartending Spoon

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Mini Beer Shot Recipe
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 24 Calories from Fat 27
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 3g5%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 1g
    Cholesterol 8mg3%
    Sodium 2mg0%
    Potassium 7mg0%
    Carbohydrates 1g0%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 1g2%
    Vitamin A 104IU2%
    Vitamin C 1mg1%
    Calcium 5mg1%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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