Imagine sipping on a drink that captures the essence of your childhood favourite candy, SweeTarts. This sweet and tangy concoction combines black cherry-flavoured rum and sour apple schnapps with sweet and sour mix to create a taste experience reminiscent of those iconic candies. The best part? You can even garnish your shot with a few pieces of candy for an added touch of whimsy. Perfect for any celebration or get-together, this SweeTart-inspired cocktail is sure to delight fans of the classic candy. If you’re a sucker for anything that brings back nostalgic memories, you’ll love this sweet and tart shooter.
How to Make This Sweet Tart Shot Recipe
To craft these delectable Sweet Tarts candy shooters, start by gathering your black cherry flavoured rum and sour apple schnapps, along with the other essential ingredients. The process of creating this scrumptious shot is surprisingly straightforward.
Begin by preparing the glasses. For an added touch of whimsy, run a lemon wedge around the rims of four shot glasses before rolling them in sanding sugar. While this step is optional, it does elevate the visual appeal of your Sweet Tarts shots.
Next, fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the black cherry flavoured rum, sour apple schnapps, and sweet and sour mix. Shake the mixture well to combine and chill the ingredients. Divide the resulting concoction evenly among the shot glasses, and feel free to garnish them with SweeTarts candies if desired – perhaps by balancing them on a popsicle stick or wooden sandwich pick across the glass.
More about SweeTarts
While SweeTarts come in a range of textures, including chewy and rope-like varieties, I think the classic round candies are ideal for this recipe. Not only do they provide a nice visual garnish when balanced on wooden sticks, but they also add a pop of color to your sweet tart shots. If you prefer, you can use the ropes instead, which can be hung inside the glass for added visual interest. What I love about SweeTarts is their perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors – it’s always a winning combination! Interestingly, SweeTarts have been around since the 1960s when they were first invented by Menlo F Smith, CEO of Sunline Inc, under his supervision.
SweeTarts Candy Shooters FAQs
When it comes to making ahead the fruity sweet and sour mix cocktail recipe, the answer is yes, but only if you don’t add the ice until serving. The sweet tart shots can safely sit in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. However, before using them, be sure to give them a good shake as it’s common for the ingredients to separate. Considering they don’t take long to prepare, I’d recommend making them just before serving or preparing a pitcher if you’re hosting a crowd, allowing you to whip up a batch at a time.As for sourcing sweet and sour mix, your best bet is a liquor store. Some larger grocery stores may also carry it, but if you plan on using it frequently, it’s worth grabbing a big bottle as it has a long shelf life. Plus, there are many other drinks you can create with this versatile ingredient.
Tasty Sweet Tart Shots Recipe
Tasty Sweet Tart Shots
Meet SweeTarts candy shooters, a sweet treat that’s actually a cocktail! Made with black cherry flavored rum and sour apple schnapps, along with a splash of sweet and sour mix, this recipe tastes just like those beloved candies. And if you’re feeling extra festive, why not use some actual SweeTarts as garnishes? With only 5 minutes of prep time and total time to spare, this fun and easy drink is perfect for parties or gatherings with friends. Enjoy!
Instructions
To create a visually appealing cocktail, start by preparing the glassware. Hold a lemon wedge against the rim of four 2.5-ounce shot glasses and gently rub it around to moisten the surface. Next, dip the dampened rims into colored sanding sugar at a precise 45-degree angle, rotating the glass as you go until each rim is evenly coated with the sweet and tangy topping.
Now that your glasses are ready, it’s time to mix the cocktail itself. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice and add black cherry flavored rum, sour apple schnapps, and sweet and sour mix. Close the shaker and vigorously shake until the mixture is well-chilled.
To serve, carefully pour the chilled cocktail into the prepared shot glasses. Finally, top each drink off with a colorful SweeTARTS candy for a playful touch that’s sure to delight.
