This Mexican Candy Shot is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy! It's a take on Mexican candies which are both sweet and spicy! This fun shot is made with watermelon pucker, tequila, and a dash of hot sauce and spices, with flavors that are sure to excite your tongue.
Ready in just 2 minutes, this shot is perfect cocktail for a Fiesta theme party or warm weather cocktail party!
Looking to get the party started? If so, then you just have to make this Mexican Candy Shot!
It's a little sweet, a little spicy, a little fruity, and a whole lot delicious. The shot is also called a Mexican lollipop shot, since the flavors are inspired by a popular Mexican candy.
You can make this drink in less than 2 minutes with just tequila, watermelon schnapps, lime juice, a dash of hot sauce and tajin spices!
It's a simple recipe that's absolutely BURSTING with flavor.
Why Is This Called A Mexican Candy Shot?
The reason it's called a Mexican candy shot is because the flavors of the drink are based off of the Mexican candy, Paleta. This candy is a type of watermelon flavored lollipop that's coated in chili powder!
🛒 Ingredient Notes
*full ingredients list and measurements can be found in recipe card below*
- Silver tequila
- Watermelon pucker (you could also use watermelon schnapps)
- Lime juice
- Hot sauce + chamoy: This is a traditional
Best Tequila To Use:
For this Mexican lollipop shot, you'll want to use a silver tequila! Silver tequila is stronger in flavor and has a purer taste. Some good brands are:
- Patron
- Milagro
- Camarena
- Jose Cuervo
Best Hot Sauce To Use:
As far as hot sauce goes, I usually add whatever is in my fridge. Cholula, Tobasco, and Texas Pete are a few of my favorites.
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How To Make A Mexican Candy Shot
1. Rim your shot glass with chamoy, then dip into Tajin seasoning
2. To a cocktail shaker with ice, add all ingredients for your lollipop shot. Shake for 10-15 seconds
3. Strain into your prepared shot glass, then garnish and enjoy!
Recipe Variations and Expert Tips
- Mexican candy shot with rum: Replace the tequila in this shot with silver rum
- Mexican candy shot with vodka: Instead of tequila, use your favorite vodka
- Mexican lollipop drink: Double the ingredients and serve over a glass of ice
- Use a different flavored schnapps: Instead of watermelon, try another fruity flavor like strawberry or peach
- Add a simple syrup: If you'd like the shot a little sweeter, try adding a little bit of simple syrup
- Make for a crowd: Scale the recipe up and shake enough for all the guests at your party!
Be sure to also check out these other Mexican inspired recipes like my taco dip and chicken flautas!
When To Serve This Shot
This shot is a great recipe to make for a Fiesta to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! It's also fun to make if you're hosting a cocktail party at home. A few other events you can make this for are:
- Bachelor/bachelorette party
- Girl's night
- Birthday party
- Retirement party
- Sunday brunches
- Cinco De Mayo
Frequently Asked Questions
It's made of watermelon pucker, tequila, lime juice, and hot sauce. This is a super simple shot, but one that's also VERY flavorful!
No, if you don't have a cocktail shaker you can use a Mason jar with a lid and shake well.
Even though there's a few dashes of hot sauce, this shot really isn't super spicy. You can even add less hot sauce if you don't have a high spice tolerance.
More Fun Shots To Try!
📖 Recipe
Mexican Candy Shot
Ingredients
- 1 Ounce Silver tequila
- ½ Ounce Watermelon pucker
- ½ Ounce Lime juice
- 2 Dashes Hot sauce
- Chamoy and Tajin seasoning (for the rim)
- Watermelon and lime wedge (for garnish)
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Instructions
- Rim your shot glass with chamoy and dip into Tajin seasoning
- Add tequila, watermelon pucker, lime juice, and hot sauce to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 10-15 seconds
- Strain into your prepared shot glass and garnish
Recipe Notes
- Mexican candy shot with rum: Replace the tequila in this shot with silver rum
- Mexican candy shot with vodka: Instead of tequila, use your favorite vodka
- Mexican lollipop drink: Double the ingredients and serve over a glass of ice
- Use a different flavored schnapps: Instead of watermelon, try another fruity flavor like strawberry or peach
- Add a simple syrup: If you'd like the shot a little sweeter, try adding a little bit of simple syrup
- Make for a crowd: Scale the recipe up and shake enough for all the guests at your party.
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