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Cocktail: MJ: Thriller

Source of Recipe

Robert Stahl, Alexandre’s Bar


Recipe Introduction

This drink will make you sing out: “Though you fight to stay alive your body starts to shiver, for no mere mortal can resist the evil of the thriller!” “Looking back on the groundbreaking Thriller video, a couple of things stood out in my mind: namely that fantastic red leather jacket of Michael’s, and that tangible feeling of darkness, that sense of foreboding doom. I wanted my shot to echo that as much as possible. I chose a bright red, cherry flavored mixture for the base, and topped it with Jagermeister, which incidentally is blacker than a witch’s tit. This shot has lots of visual appeal, especially at night. The flavors come out in waves, more so if you give the 151 a chance to burn just a bit before you drink it, giving the Jagermeister a slightly caramelized taste. Just be real careful to make sure the flame is completely blown out before you chug it. I’ve actually seen someone’s face catch on fire after doing a shot like this—not pretty. He ended up looking worse than one of Mike’s backup dancers from the video. Hmm, on second thought maybe I shoulda named this one "Dangerous"!”

List of Ingredients

1 oz Three Olives Cherry Vodka
¾ oz Southern Comfort
¾ oz Amaretto
½ oz grenadine
float Jagermeister
float Bacardi 151


Recipe

In a mixing tin over ice, combine first four ingredients to chill and pour into a shot glass. Carefully float Jagermeister on top by pouring against the back of a spoon. Finally, layer Bacardi 151 on top of the Jagermeister. When ready to serve, light the 151 and let it burn for a few seconds, then carefully blow it out before serving.


CAUTION: Blow out 151 away from customers, as it may catch fire if it spills. Also, make sure flame is completely extinguished before serving. Rim of glass may get hot.