Description
Chile Mango Mexican Candy Shots are a vibrant and bold party drink combining sweet mango nectar, tangy chamoy, zesty lime juice, and a hint of chili spice from Tajín. Perfect for festive gatherings, these colorful shots are rimmed with chamoy and Tajín, then garnished with gummy candies or tamarind straws for a playful and flavorful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Drink Ingredients
- 1 cup mango nectar
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chamoy
- 1/4 teaspoon Tajín (plus more for rimming)
Rimming and Garnish
- Chamoy (for rimming)
- Tajín (for rimming)
- Gummy candies or tamarind straws (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shot Glasses: Rim each shot glass with chamoy to create a sticky surface, then dip the rim into Tajín seasoning to coat the edges with a flavorful, spicy chili-lime crust.
- Mix the Shot Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine mango nectar, coconut water, orange liqueur, freshly squeezed lime juice, chamoy, and 1/4 teaspoon of Tajín. Add ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
- Serve the Shots: Strain the chilled mixture evenly into the prepared shot glasses, ensuring each glass has a balanced portion of the liquid.
- Garnish: Add a gummy candy or tamarind straw to the rim or inside each shot glass to provide a fun, chewy, and tangy complement to the drink.
- Enjoy: Serve the shots immediately for the best taste and presentation, savoring the bold, festive flavors in every sip.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the orange liqueur and substitute with additional coconut water or orange juice.
- Adjust the amount of chamoy and Tajín to your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best citrus flavor.
- Chilling the shot glasses in the freezer before preparing can enhance the drinking experience.
- Gummy candies and tamarind straws add a playful texture and tangy taste but can be omitted if preferred.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Mexican
