Deli Counter served in a shot glass

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

Serving tip

Serve it right after mixing so the salty or spicy finish stays bright and direct.

How to make it

  1. 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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