Champagne Jello Shots Recipe

December 19, 2018 By Ann 3 Comments

Fancy Jello shots don’t have to be difficult to make! These step-by-step tutorial instructions for making a delicious and fun Champagne Jello Shots recipe are so easy to follow; the results are amazing!! The next time you are having an adult celebration or party, make some champagne Jello shots and up the fun in your festivities!

Champagne Jello Shots Recipe

Having a celebration!? Ringing in the New Year? A Madri Gras celebration? A wedding shower? These fun and easy to make champagne jello shots will be just the thing to make your celebration merry.

Jello shots are a very popular party “drinks”. Everywhere you turn someone has a Jello shot recipe. But, in a bit of irony, most “Jello” shot recipes are not made with “Jello” (Kraft) at all… they are made with unflavored gelatin, usually Knox (Unilever) or store brand.

While researching gelatin shots recipes, I spent some time on the Knox gelatin page, and the read is fascinating. It is the largest distributor of gelatin selling 60% for home and institutional usage, and 40% to industrial and manufacturing. Knox really took off after the owner died and his wife took over the company. If you have a few minutes, give it a read. I learned some things (the first gelcap in the 1920s!), and you may too.

Notes

• I line a baking tray with XX soufflé cups before I pour any jello shot mixture. It makes transporting the jello shots to the fridge MUCH easier!

• If you are making these in a shot glass, first rim the shot glass with simple syrup, and then use edible gold glitter for the dry. Click here for instructions on how to rim a cocktail glass.

• Even though Knox unflavored gelatin was used in this recipe, you can use a store brand.

• If you use 1 or 1.5-ounce glass shot glasses or soufflé cups you will end up with 40 or 30 of these (depending on the shot glass size).

• The edible glitter worked great for the champagne “sparkle”. Other ideas (which I have not tried) is decorator sugar (larger sugar pieces) in a multi-color, decorator sand (yellow), or round “pearls” (like you might use on a cake).

Jello Shots are pretty easy to make. This is the basic recipe anyone can follow:

• 1 small box of Flavored Gelatin (there are others with unflavored Gelatin, but this is the basics)
• 1 cup water, boiling
• 1 cup of: vodka/rum/tequila/whiskey/schnapps/liqueurs

The 1 cup of some sort of spirits is the key. The different flavor combinations of alcoholic beverages combined with the flavored gelatin are what makes the tasty jello shot varieties.

Champagne Jello Shots Ingredients:

• 25.4 oz Champagne
• ½ cup Simple Syrup
• 1 tsp Lemon Juice
• 2 Unflavored Gelatin Packets (Knox, store brand)
• Edible Gold Glitter

Champagne Jello Shots Mise en Place:

• Medium Pot
• Measuring Cup
• Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula
• 12 2oz Souffle Cup with Lids or Shot Glasses or Plastic Shot Glasses

Champagne Jello Shots Directions:

• Place 12 plastic soufflé cups on a large plate or tray. Set aside.
• Pour 2 cups of champagne into a large saucepan.
• Add ½ cup of simple syrup and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and stir.

• Sprinkle the 2 unflavored gelatin packets on top of the champagne mixture and allow it to “pillow” for 3-5 minutes.
• Place the pan on the stovetop under medium heat and heat the liquid up until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Remove from heat. Allow to cool for 3-4 minutes.

• Pour an additional 2 cups of cold champagne into the saucepan and stir well to distribute.

• Pour the liquid champagne gelatin into the prepared soufflé cups, filling up to the top of each cup.
• Place in refrigerator to set, approximately 4 hours. (If you are not serving the gelatin shots right away, you can place lids on the cups until you are ready to serve.)

• Before serving, sprinkle edible gold glitter on top of each champagne jello shot and serve immediately. The glitter eventually bleeds into the gelatin after about ½ an hour so be sure to complete this step right before serving!

• Keep in the fridge or on ice when serving, especially on a hot day.

As always, drink responsibly and please don’t drink and drive.

Yield: 12

Champagne Jello Shots Recipe

Name: Easy Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream Recipe
Prep time: 1 min
Total time: 1 min
Yield: 32oz
Cuisine: Cocktails
Ingredients: 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk (1 can); 1½ cups Heavy Whipping Cream; 1½ cups Irish Whiskey; 1 tsp Instant Coffee; 2 TBSP Chocolate Syrup; 1 tsp Cocoa Extract; 1 tsp Vanilla Extract; 1 tsp Peppermint Extract (or mint extract)

These step-by-step tutorial instructions for making a delicious and fun Champagne Jello Shots recipe are so easy to follow; the results are amazing!!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Additional Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

• Place 12 plastic soufflé cups on a large plate or tray. Set aside.

• Pour 2 cups of champagne into a large saucepan.

• Add ½ cup of simple syrup and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and stir.

• Sprinkle the 2 unflavored gelatin packets on top of the champagne mixture and allow it to "pillow" for 3-5 minutes.

• Place the pan on the stovetop under medium heat and heat the liquid up until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Remove from heat. Allow to cool for 3-4 minutes.

• Pour an additional 2 cups of cold champagne into the saucepan and stir well to distribute.

• Pour the liquid champagne gelatin into the prepared soufflé cups, filling up to the top of each cup.

• Place in refrigerator to set, approximately 4 hours. (If you are not serving the gelatin shots right away, you can place lids on the cups until you are ready to serve.)

• Keep in the fridge or on ice when serving, especially on a hot day.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 79 Total Fat: 0g Saturated Fat: 0g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 6mg Carbohydrates: 8g Fiber: 0g Sugar: 7g Protein: 1g

I make a lot of Jello shots recipes! you can find the different variations here. If you are specifically looking for holiday Jello shot recipes, try one (or all!) of these:

• Christmas Cookie Jello Shots Recipe – If you like Christmas cookies you will love these creative Christmas Cookie Jello Shots. Creamy, slightly sweet and delicious, these fun Jello shots are perfect for holiday parties and get-togethers!

• Eggnog Jello Shots – If you like eggnog you will love these fabulous Eggnog Jello Shots. These jello shots taste just like your favorite eggnog recipe!

• Jingle Bells Jello Shots Recipe – If you have a holiday get-together and/or party between now and the holidays, make these gelatin shots for the over 21 crowd!! They really are good. And they will remind everyone of when they were 21 (or 18) again!

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25 Fabulous Holiday Party Cocktails

December 17, 2018 By Ann Leave a Comment

‘Tis the season for a little holiday cheer! From new cocktail drinks to classic cocktails, from Jello shots to beverages that really pack an intoxicating wallop, there is an adult libation on this list for nearly any holiday occasion, big or small!

25 Fabulous Holiday Party Cocktails

I don’t know about you, but I love a good cocktail now and then. And since it is the season for parties, parties, parties, well why not make some holiday cocktails!? If you are looking for cocktail recipes perfect for the Christmas season, holiday party season or New Year’s Eve party beverages, you have come to the right place!

If you are having a holiday party or get together with friends and would like to try a new batch of holiday-centric libations, have I got a holiday cocktail list for you!! For each one of these cocktails listed below simply click on the blue link (the cocktail’s name) to arrive at the full drink recipe with complete step-by-step instructions. Most of the cocktails on this list take only a few minutes to make, but there are the occasional cocktail recipes (such as the jello shots and pudding shots) that require advanced planning. Be sure to click over to the cocktail recipe for all the details!

While mixing a cocktail from scratch may take a few minutes longer than using a cocktail mix, you will be shocked and amazed just how much better the cocktail from scratch tastes. Truly a party on your tongue! The whiskey sour I have listed is simply fantastic! No premade mix can duplicate the taste of fresh ingredients. The Homemade Eggnog on this list is simply outstanding – you will not believe the difference between homemade and commercial eggnogs.

So if you are looking for a festive nightcap, something to ring in the New Year, or perhaps a cocktail to sip by a warm fire this holiday season, take a look at this list of adult beverages. And have yourself a merry little Christmas.

Note: In parenthesis after the drink description I have noted the spikes + non-liquor recipes which can be served either with or without alcohol. There are also a few non-alcoholic on this list (but they are listed as extras and not part of my 25-holiday party cocktails).

Candy Cane Cocktail. The Candy Cane Cocktail is refreshing adult beverage made with Whipped Cream Vodka, Peppermint Schnapps and Crème de Cacao. A cool, refreshing and festive holiday cocktail drink recipe.

Holiday Cocktail Recipes

• Boozy Candy Cane Shake Recipe – This super easy to make candy cane milkshake is a fresh, crisp, refreshing adult cocktail perfect for the holiday season. If you like the cool taste of peppermint, you will adore this festive holiday beverage.

• The Candy Cane Cocktail is refreshing adult beverage made with Whipped Cream Vodka, Peppermint Schnapps, and Crème de Cacao. A cool, refreshing and festive holiday cocktail drink recipe.

• Chocolate Snowball Cocktail Recipe – This chocolate snowball cocktail is a smooth, delicious, decadent holiday cocktail sure to put the happy in your holidays!

• Cranberry Bliss Cocktail – Enjoy the sweet-tart taste of cranberry this holiday season with this delicious holiday beverage.

• Crash and Burn Cocktail Recipe Five liquors combine with three juices to make this fantastic, smooth and very drinkable Crash and Burn drink recipe!

• This Festive Pineapple Punch is a sweet and delicious party punch recipe that is simple to make. In just a few minutes you can have a great punch recipe that your family and guests will truly enjoy. (spiked and non-liquor)

• Gingerbread Martini – nothing says “holiday season” quite like the taste og gingerbread!

• Homemade Eggnog Recipe – Eggnog is a delicious, traditional holiday drink, and this homemade eggnog recipe makes a fabulously rich, tasty, fresh eggnog you can whip up in minutes. This is truly the best eggnog you will ever have.

• Hot Buttered Rum Recipe – This recipe for Hot Buttered Rum is simple, yet delicious. An old-fashioned drink, hot buttered rum is the perfect adult beverage on a cold winter night.

• Iced Raspberry Bubbly Recipe – A beautiful update on a classic drink, this Iced Raspberry Bubbly Recipe combines the subtle taste of hibiscus with the bold taste of raspberry and mint for a truly delicious cocktail.

• Jealous Cherry Cocktail Recipe – A delicious, cool and fun drink, the Jealous Cherry Cocktail is a wonderful libation to serve at parties, get-togethers, or to enjoy in front of a fire.

Mistletoe Mint Cocktail. A wonderful holiday cocktail recipe, this terrific Christmas drink is perfect for the holiday season. Light and refreshing, this will become one of your favorite Christmas drinks! Give your taste buds a minty treat with sip after sip of this delicious holiday cocktail.

• Lemon Twist Tequila Eggnog Recipe – Tequila and eggnog are a fabulous combination. The added zest of lemon makes this an irresistible cocktail. Update your eggnog this holiday season and enjoy this great tasting Lemon Twist Tequila Eggnog libation.

• Mistletoe Mint Cocktail – Light and refreshing, this will become one of your favorite holiday drinks! Give your taste buds a minty treat with sip after sip of this delicious holiday cocktail.

• Painkiller – A delicious rum-based alcoholic beverage recipe, this copycat cocktail recipe is based on the infamous Cheddar restaurant beverage. This delicious Painkiller cocktail packs a wallop!

• Pomegranate Martini Recipe – The perfect drink this holiday season the Pomegranate Martini takes full advantage of in-season pomegranates! The new twist on an old favorite makes for a slightly sweet, totally delicious martini experience.

• Sidecar Cocktail Recipe – a classic cocktail that can be made as a one, two or a pitcher. This one packs a whallop.

• The Frozen Mint Blue Cocktail Recipe – This beautiful beverage combines the cool, refreshing taste of peppermint and the sweet taste of agave for a marvelous holiday cocktail.

Whiskey Sour Cocktail Recipe. This classic Whiskey Sour Cocktail recipe is simply the best whiskey sour recipe you will find. Making your own whiskey sour from scratch is easy to do with these step-by-step instructions. The next time you want to impress family and friends with a classic cocktail, mix up a one (or a batch) of this fabulous adult libation!

• Whiskey Champagne Cocktail – A delightful adult libation, perfect for celebrations, romantic dinners, or when simply when you would like to share a cocktail with a special someone.

• This classic Whiskey Sour Cocktail recipe is simply the best whiskey sour recipe you will find. Making your own whiskey sour from scratch is easy to do with these step-by-step instructions. The next time you want to impress family and friends with a classic cocktail, mix up a one (or a batch) of this fabulous adult libation!

Holiday Hot Chocolate Recipes

• Bourbon Hot Cocoa Recipe – Delicious hot cocoa for adults! This bourbon hot cocoa recipe is simple to make. Infused with a hint of orange, this adult hot cocoa beverage is a wonderful treat on a cold night.

• Raspberry White Hot Chocolate Recipe – Snuggle up this winter with a cup of Raspberry White Hot Chocolate made from scratch. A delicious update to traditional hot chocolate, this yummy mixture will warm you up inside.

Kahlua Hot Cocoa Recipe. A rich, decadent, delicious hot cocoa treat, this adult Kahlua Hot Cocoa Recipe tastes divine on a cold winter night. Curl up on the sofa with a mug of Kahlua Hot Cocoa tonight!

• Kahlua Hot Cocoa Recipe – A rich, decadent, delicious hot cocoa treat, you’ll want to curl up on the sofa with a mug of Kahlua Hot Cocoa tonight!

• Hot Cocoa with Rum Recipe – A delicious hot cocoa recipe by itself, this Hot Cocoa with Rum Recipe is especially good when you add your favorite rum. (spiked and non-liquor)

• Gingersnap Hot Cocoa Recipe – This cozy and warm hot cocoa smells and tastes delicious! Your whole house will smell like gingerbread as it warms on the stovetop. (no liquor)

Jingle Bells Jello Shots Recipe. These fun and festive Jingle Bells Jello Shots are easy to make. If you have a holiday get-together and/or party between now and the holidays, make these gelatin shots for the over 21 crowd!! They really are good. And they will remind everyone of when they were 21 (or 18) again!

Holiday Jello Shots Recipes

• Eggnog Jello Shots – If you like eggnog you will love these fabulous Eggnog Jello Shots. These jello shots taste just like your favorite eggnog recipe!

Holiday Pudding Shots Recipes

• Eggnog Pudding Shots Recipe – Ho-Ho-Ho Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Get into the holiday spirit with these fabulous eggnog pudding shots. These fun eggnog pudding shots are perfect for holiday parties and get-togethers. Simply follow these easy step-by-step pudding shot instructions to make these phenomenal Eggnog Pudding Shots for your holiday party!

• White Russian Pudding Shots Recipe – The melt-in-your-mouth creamy, rich, coffee-cocoa goodness of this white Russian pudding shots recipe will make it an immediate favorite at parties, get-togethers, and tailgating events.

I post a lot of cocktails throughout the year. You can find the full list of cocktail recipes here. They are listed by major liquor type, season, type.

As always, drink responsibly and please don’t drink and drive.

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Easy Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream Recipe

December 10, 2018 By Ann Leave a Comment

Learn how to make this copycat, homemade version of Baileys Irish Cream with this fast and easy recipe tutorial. Rich, creamy, with that slight whiskey-bite, and ready in less than a minute, this copycat Bailey recipe is simply fantastic. Make your own Irish cream to enjoy on the rocks, or in your favorite cocktail beverage.

Easy Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream Recipe

According to wiki, Baileys Irish Cream is an Irish whiskey and cream-based cooking cream, made by Diageo at Nangor Road, in Dublin, Ireland. Previously owned by Gilbeys of Ireland, the trademark is currently owned by Diageo. It has a declared alcohol content of 17% by volume.

All I know is Baileys Irish Cream is simply delicious! If you would like to make your own homemade rendition of that fabulous Baileys liquor, give this copycat version a try!! I hope you enjoy it!

Notes:

• Jameson Irish Whiskey was used in this recipe. You can use your preferred brand.

• You can use mint extract OR peppermint extract. If you want to mix and match, remember it is one teaspoon total.

• This makes approximately 32-34 ounces of copycat Bailey, so keep that in mind when determining your container for storage.

• If you would like to learn how to make your own vanilla extract for future use, click here!

• Below are several different recipes to use your homemade copycat Baileys in!

Like so many people, I enjoy a bit of Baileys in my or over ice. Here are some other delicious ways to enjoy this Copycat Baileys Irish Cream Recipe:

Homemade Baileys Latte Recipe

Makes 1-10 ounce serving that has a kick.

Homemade Baileys Latte Ingredients:

• 5 oz Freshly Brewed Coffee
• 3 oz Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream
• 2 oz Milk

Homemade Baileys Latte Directions:

• Add hot coffee and Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream to your mug or cup and stir.
• If you have a milk frother, stream your milk (or, if you do not have a frother add your milk to a mason jar and shake until it is frothy. Microwave for 20 seconds) and add milk to the coffee.
• Top with whipped cream if desired.

Homemade Baileys White Russian Recipe

A nice update to the original!

Homemade Baileys White Russian Ingredients:

• 1 oz Vodka
• .5 oz Coffee Liqueur
• 1.5 oz Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream

Homemade Baileys White Russian Directions:

• Add the vodka and Coffee Liqueur to an Old Fashioned glass with ice.
• Top with 1.5 oz Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream; stir.
• To get layered effect, pour the Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream off the back of a spoon.

Easy Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream Ingedients:

• 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk (1 can)
• 1½ cups Heavy Whipping Cream
• 1½ cups Irish Whiskey
• 1 tsp Instant Coffee
• 2 TBSP Chocolate Syrup
• 1 tsp Cocoa Extract
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1 tsp Peppermint Extract (or mint extract)

Easy Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream Mise en Place:

• Blender or Bullet
• Measuring Cup
• Measuring Spoon
• Container for Storage

Easy Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream Directions:

• In a blender or bullet, add 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, 1½ cups heavy whipping cream, 1½ cups Irish whiskey, 1 teaspoon instant coffee, 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup, 1 teaspoon cocoa extract, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon peppermint extract.

• Pulse 3-4 times to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
• Pour mixture into mason jar or bottle.

• You can use your copycat Baileys right away, or refrigerate overnight.

• Keep refrigerated.

As always, drink responsibly and please don’t drink and drive.

Yield: 32oz

Easy Homemade Copycat Baileys Irish Cream Recipe

Rich, creamy, with that slight whiskey-bite, and ready in less than a minute, this copycat Bailey recipe is simply fantastic. Make your own Irish cream to enjoy on the rocks, or in your favorite cocktail beverage. Keep refridgerated.

Prep Time 1 minute

Total Time 1 minute

Ingredients

14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk (1 can)
1½ cups Heavy Whipping Cream
1½ cups Irish Whiskey
1 tsp Instant Coffee
2 TBSP Chocolate Syrup
1 tsp Cocoa Extract
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 tsp Peppermint Extract (or mint extract)

Instructions

• Pulse 3-4 times to mix all ingredients thoroughly.

• Pour mixture into mason jar or bottle.

• You can use your copycat Baileys right away, or refrigerate overnight.

• Keep refrigerated.