If you want to enjoy all the flavors of a classic summer dessert in alcoholic beverage form, then you’ll love a strawberry shortcake shot! This shooter features Tequila Rose along with vodka to create a sweet, dessert-like shot that’s perfect for summer.
What is a Strawberry Shortcake Shot?
A strawberry shortcake shot is a fun and flavorful mini cocktail that captures the sweet, creamy taste of strawberry shortcake in a party shooter!
Its dessert-like flavor is made with a combination of vanilla or cake vodka, strawberry liqueur (like Tequila Rose), and amaretto, though there are of course a lot of variations and substitution options too. I’ll give you all the details of course!
Finish with a whipped cream topper and a fresh strawberry for a fun look! This shot is perfect for summer parties or as a playful after-dinner drink for the adults.
Katie’s tip
If you love these dessert drinks, then use your leftover Tequila Rose in my Chocolate Covered Strawberry Shots, or try my Black Forest Cake Cocktail made with the new, seasonal Chocolate Crown Royal!
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Ingredients List
- ½ oz whipped cream flavor vodka
- ½ oz Tequila Rose
- ½ oz amaretto liqueur
Optional Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Strawberries
- Pound cake
Ingredient Tips and Substitutions
- You can also use vanilla or cake flavored vodka depending what you can find
- Instead of Tequila Rose, you can use another strawberry flavored liqueur such as strawberry schnapps or Baileys strawberries n cream
- For the amaretto liqueur, feel free to swap in Baileys, RumChata, or regular cream or half and half if you want to reduce overall strength
- Feel free to add some strawberry puree or muddled fresh strawberries as well if you want a bright twist (but I prefer to avoid the chunky fruit in a shot)!
- Increase amounts of each liqueur to ⅔ ounce for taller 2-ounce shooter glasses
Step By Step Instructions
- Add vodka, amaretto, and Tequila Rose to a cocktail shaker (or similar) with a handful of ice
- Shake until well chilled and blended, about 10-15 seconds, then strain into shot glasses
- Top with whipped cream if desired (optional) and enjoy!
Summer Party Food Pairings
Sweet Pairings
- Mini strawberry shortcakes – to echo the flavor of the shot. Make my Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake for an easy recipe!
- Fruit skewers with strawberries, pineapple, and melon
- Lemon bars or mini cheesecakes – tart and creamy contrasts
- Chocolate-dipped strawberries – rich and romantic! Try my Microwave Chocolate Covered Strawberries for an easy recipe!
Savory Pairings
- Prosciutto-wrapped melon – sweet and salty. Try my Bacon Wrapped Melon for a tasty option!
- Caprese skewers with mozzarella, tomato, and basil
- Mini crab cakes or shrimp cocktail – light seafood works well. Air Fryer Aldi Crab Cakes are one of my favorite pairings!
- Bruschetta with strawberries and goat cheese – matches the fruity vibe!
Recipe FAQs
Can You Make a Non Alcoholic Version?
Yes! You can easily make a non-alcoholic strawberry shortcake shot by replacing the alcohol with vanilla or strawberry-flavored milk, cream soda, or a splash of strawberry syrup with milk or whipped cream. It still captures the dessert vibe without the booze, making it great for all ages!
Is Shortcake the Same as Pound Cake?
No, they’re different. Shortcake is more like a sweet biscuit—crumbly and slightly dry, perfect for soaking up strawberries and cream. Pound cake is denser and made with more butter, eggs, and sugar, resulting in a richer flavor and firmer texture.
However, pound cake crumbs make a great topper option (along with whipped cream) for this party shooter!
Make Ahead Tips
- You can combine all the drink ingredients and chill them in a sealed jar or bottle in the fridge for up to 24 hours before serving
- Shake or stir, add to glasses, and garnish just before serving!
Presentation and Garnish Tips
- You can use regular 1 ½ ounce shot glasses, or the taller 2-ounce shooter glasses (just adjust the amount of liquid to compensate). For easier party cleanup, use plastic disposable shot cups!
- While garnishes are optional, if you want to add a nice touch try: fresh or sliced strawberries, a graham cracker rim or shortbread crumb topper, whipped cream, toasted coconut, a skewer of pound cake, white chocolate shavings, or a sprig of fresh mint on top!
More Strawberry Shortcake Recipes
- Strawberry Shortcake Martini
- Strawberry Shortcake Mimosa
- Strawberry Shortcake Milkshake
Final Thoughts
This strawberry shortcake shooter is the perfect way to enjoy an alcoholic version of a classic summer dessert! You can even add fresh berries to the top to make a stunning summer sip that’s sure to be a crowd pleaser.
With just 3 ingredients, these summer party shots are easy to prepare (and even if you don’t have a shaker, just use a mason jar). I like to make them ahead and store them in the fridge – perfect for low stress entertaining.
Serve them for backyard barbecues, pool parties, beach or boat parties, and more! These shots are the perfect way to celebrate strawberry season with their smooth sweetness.
Strawberry Shortcake Shot (Vodka and Tequila Rose)
Equipment
- Shot glass (normal or tall shooter variety)
- Shaker (or similar container with lid)
Ingredients
- ½ ounce whipped cream flavor vodka (⅔ ounce for taller shooter glasses)
- ½ ounce Tequila Rose (⅔ ounce for taller shooter glasses)
- ½ ounce amaretto liqueur (⅔ ounce for taller shooter glasses)
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh strawberries
- Pound cake cube
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker (or similar) with a handful of ice½ ounce whipped cream flavor vodka, ½ ounce Tequila Rose, ½ ounce amaretto liqueur
- Shake until well chilled and blended, about 10-15 seconds, then strain into shot glasses
- Garnish if desired (optional) and enjoy!Fresh strawberries, Pound cake cube, Whipped cream
Notes
- You can also use vanilla or cake flavored vodka depending what you can find
- Instead of Tequila Rose, you can use strawberry schnapps, Baileys strawberries n cream, or similar
- For the amaretto liqueur, feel free to swap in Baileys, RumChata, or plain (non-alcoholic) cream or half and half if you want to reduce overall strength
- Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, any garnishes added, and quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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