Take it nice and easy with the sweet, chilled and chill taste of the Liquid Marijuana Shot.
Okie, I’m going to be clear and up front. Tonight’s recipe, despite its name, has ZERO cannabis, or marijuana, in it. The Liquid Marijuana Shot is a fairly full mixture in terms of what is in it, however. A flavorful and robustly sweet, tropical little treat, the LMS features two different rums, blue curaçao and melon liqueur mixed with pineapple and lemon juice. The result? A bright green and fairly potent-tasting shooter.
And it is because of its almost glowing color, that the shot is cheekily named the way it is. Living in Los Angeles, I’ve had my share of liquid marijuana shots, but not as many Liquid Marijuana Shots, if you know what I mean. But because the recipe below is so easy to make, with a mouth-watering blend of fruity, tart notes, I quickly remedied that situation.
The nice thing about the Liquid Marijuana Shot is that you can also pour a large amount over ice in a rocks glass and make yourself and your friends a full-sized cocktail. A little more of this beverage goes a long way, so as you sip on this reefer-inspired dram, maybe throw on a Cheech & Chong or Harold & Kumar movie for some extra dank vibes. Grandma’s Boy is also a solid, if not underrated choice.
However you decide to enjoy tonight’s drink, make sure you’re doing it with a few good buds.
What Is Marijuana?
A lot of fun. But seriously folks, the substance known as cannabis, weed, trees, dozier, cheeba, the sticky-icky, wacky tobacky, big green, smoke, your art teacher’s best friend, grass, chronic, ganja, jazz cabbage and the herb that’ll make you swerve has a controversial history, as well as an important place in it. It’s legal where I live, and enjoyed safely by many. All I can say is if you’re really curious, the next time you visit Southern California pop into a licensed dispensary and talk to a friendly budtender. They’ll alleviate any misconceptions you might have, and show you some real liquid marijuana shots.
What Is The Best Alcohol To Use In The Liquid Marijuana Shot?
With this recipe, we’re trying to achieve a bright green and inviting look. Don’t overthink the spirits you choose when shopping to make this recipe. Grab some Malibu for the coconut rum to go with your preferred spiced version too, as well as Midori and blue curaçao. All of these, shaken together with some fresh pineapple and lemon juice, will give you an almost neon, verdant presentation.
Ingredients
- 1/4 ounce spiced rum
- 1/4 ounce coconut rum
- 1/4 ounce blue curaçao
- 1/4 ounce melon liqueur
- 1/4 ounce pineapple juice
- 1/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the spiced rum, coconut rum, blue curaçao, melon liqueur, pineapple juice, and fresh lemon juice.
- Secure the lid and shake well.
- Strain into a shot glass and serve immediately.
Nutrition
WHAT GLASSWARE IS USED?
Chill a shot glass in the freezer for about 15 to 30 minutes before pouring your drink in.
WILL THIS SHOT GET YOU HIGH OR STONED?
No. Since there is no cannabis or the active ingredient THC—the stuff that gets you high, man—present in this recipe, you’ll only get tipsy, and not blazed.
Other Shot Recipes Worth Trying
Something I’ve always enjoyed about cocktails and shot mixtures is the creativity that’s put into them. Especially some of the names. The words “liquid” and “marijuana” and “shot” combined together might still raise a few eyebrows, even in this age of legalized pot. Here are a few other little shooters that carry attention-getting monikers.
- Buttery Nipple Shot – Irish cream liqueur and butterscotch schnapps will put you in the mood for this naughty tipple.
- Blow Job Shot – A name that sells itself.
- Wet Pussy Shot – Sweet, tart and simple to make.
- Slippery Nipple Shot – Another tasty and anatomically-inspired elixir.
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