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Mistletoe Shots in a shot glass with whipped cream and mint leaf and red cinnamon candies and red sanding sugar rim (AI-generated image)
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Mistletoe Shots

Lime gelatin shots made with vodka, set in small cups and topped with whipped cream, mint and red cinnamon candies. A festive green-and-red party tray.

Time
140 min
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Built in glass
Glass
Shot glass

Ingredients

Servings

Amounts below make 12 servings (the full recipe).

21+ · Please drink responsibly. Learn more

Garnish: Whipped cream, Mint leaf (12 leaves), Red cinnamon candies, Red sanding sugar rim

Batching tip: mix everything except ice up to a few hours ahead and keep it chilled. Pour over fresh ice to serve.

How to make it

  1. 1

    Bring the water to a boil, stir in the gelatin until fully dissolved, and let cool a few minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in the chilled vodka.

  3. 3

    Pour into 12 small cups and chill until set, about 2 hours.

  4. 4

    Rim cups with lime and red sanding sugar if you like, and top each with whipped cream, a mint leaf and a red cinnamon candy.

Swap it: Tequila works in place of the vodka.

Bar gear

Equipment for this drink

Tools you'll need

  • JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
  • Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.
  • PitcherFor batching a round of drinks before guests arrive.

Recommended glassware

  • Shot glassSmall and heavy-based for shooters and layered shots.

No shaker? A clean jar with a tight lid works. Build your home bar →

Recipe source: Delish (Lauren Miyashiro) — Mistletoe Shots. Quantities and basic method are factual. Description and steps are original Mixistry copy. Last updated 2026-10-11.

Contains alcohol. For adults 21+ (or the legal drinking age where you live). Please enjoy responsibly.

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