
3 minutes • Chilled shot glass
Deli Counter
Deli Counter tastes like aquavit and briny bite meeting a clean hit of small measure lime.
A concise home-bar shot with enough personality to earn a spot in a record-worthy recipe archive.
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Detailed description
Deli Counter is a spicy and savory shots built around mixed. Deli Counter tastes like aquavit and briny bite meeting a clean hit of small measure lime.
The build centers on 1 oz aquavit, 1/2 oz pickle brine, and small measure lime juice. In the glass, a concise home-bar shot with enough personality to earn a spot in a record-worthy recipe archive.
It comes together in 3 minutes and is served in a chilled shot glass. Serve it right after mixing so the salty or spicy finish stays bright and direct.
Home bar notes
Prep time
3 minutes
Glassware
Chilled shot glass
Equipment
Cocktail shaker, Strainer, Jigger, Shot glass
Serving tip
Serve it right after mixing so the salty or spicy finish stays bright and direct.
Ingredients
- 1 oz aquavit
- 1/2 oz pickle brine
- small measure lime juice
How to make it
- Shake with ice and strain into a chilled shot glass.
Why this one works
A concise home-bar shot with enough personality to earn a spot in a record-worthy recipe archive.
Make it your own
Salt, spice, or brine can take over fast, so make small adjustments and retaste before scaling it for a group.
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