The Alabama Slammer is a famous 1970s cocktail made with Southern Comfort, Sloe Gin, Amaretto Liqueur, and Orange Juice. The Alabama Slammer is also known as the Southern Slammer. You only need 4 ingredients to make this easy cocktail. It’s the perfect summer drink.
This delicious drink can be served as a slow sip cocktail or as a shot in a shot glass. It originally originated at the University of Alabama.
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Alabama Slammer Ingredients
- Southern Comfort – A spiced, fruit-flavored whiskey-based liqueur
- Sloe Gin – A berry-pink gin-based liqueur.
- Amaretto liqueur – Almond-flavored liqueur.
- orange juice – Freshly squeezed orange juice is our favorite, as the citrus flavor balances this recipe.
The best glass to pour your Alabama Slammer in is a tall glass or highball glass. I found this cute ribbed glass (Similar ribbed glassware).me too Paper StrawsA cute addition to any cocktail recipe.
Alabama Slammer recipe instructions
Add ice to a cocktail shaker and combine Southern Comfort, Sloe Gin, Amaretto, and orange juice. Shake for 10-15 seconds until chilled.
Strain and pour into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry. Serve immediately.
Tips on how to make it
- Batch Recipe – This recipe can be multiplied by 6 to make a pitcher recipe that serves 6 cocktails or can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. We recommend not adding ice until just before serving to avoid diluting the drink.
- lemon juice – If you find this recipe a little too sweet, try adding some fresh lemon juice for more tartness and balance.
- variation – One variation of this recipe is to add a splash of grenadine to make it a vibrant red color (the University of Alabama color). Just stir to get a vibrant red color. Or, place the grenadine in a cocktail shaker. Another popular variation is to divide the recipe into shot glasses and serve it as a shooter instead of a cocktail.
FAQ
What’s in the Alabama Slammer?
Southern Comfort, sloe gin, amaretto liqueur, orange juice.
Why is it called the Alabama Slammer?
The drink originated at the University of Alabama in the 1970s and is called the Alabama Slammer because it’s often served as a shot at college parties.
What can I use instead of Sloe Gin in Alabama Slammer?
Sloe gin is a sweet, berry-flavored liqueur, so feel free to substitute your favorite sweet liqueur or spirit. You could also choose vodka or rum, or increase the percentage of Southern Comfort or amaretto.
What does an Alabama Slammer taste like?
This drink tastes like an alcoholic iced tea with a fruity flavour.
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Learn how to make an Alabama Slammer with Southern Comfort, sloe gin, amaretto liqueur, and orange juice. The perfect summer drink.
Instructions
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Add ice to a cocktail shaker and combine Southern Comfort, Sloe Gin, Amaretto, and orange juice. Shake for 10-15 seconds until chilled.
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Strain and pour into a glass filled with fresh ice.
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Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry. Serve immediately.
Note
- Batch Recipe – This recipe can be multiplied by 6 to make a pitcher recipe that serves 6 cocktails or can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. We recommend not adding ice until just before serving to avoid diluting the drink.
- lemon juice – If you find this recipe a little too sweet, try adding some fresh lemon juice for more tartness and balance.
- variation – One variation of this recipe is to add a splash of grenadine to make it a vibrant red color (the University of Alabama color). Just stir to get a vibrant red color. Or, place the grenadine in a cocktail shaker. Another popular variation is to divide the recipe into shot glasses and serve it as a shooter instead of a cocktail.
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Alabama Slammer
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*Percent Daily Values ​​are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Note: Nutrition is automatically calculated using Spoonacular for your convenience. We encourage you to use your own nutrition calculator if desired.
Source: A Beautiful Mess – abeautifulmess.com
