Name: Twisted Taffy Tequila
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: Tequila Blanco; Smooth and clean, tequila blanco (also called silver tequila) provides a crisp base that balances the sweetness of the other ingredients. It’s essential for adding a slight bite that keeps the drink from becoming overwhelmingly sugary.; Vanilla Vodka; Vanilla vodka infuses the cocktail with a luscious, creamy vanilla flavor that enhances the candy theme. Look for a high-quality vanilla vodka to avoid artificial aftertastes.; Butterscotch Schnapps; Butterscotch schnapps delivers a rich, buttery sweetness that mimics the taste of classic taffy candies. It’s the secret ingredient that makes this drink feel like dessert in a glass.; Cream or Half-and-Half; A splash of cream or half-and-half adds a velvety texture and softens the alcohol’s edge, creating a smooth, luscious mouthfeel.; Food Coloring (Optional); Adding a few drops of food coloring is optional but highly encouraged for maximum visual impact. Use gel food coloring for more intense colors or liquid food coloring for softer shades.; Ice; A necessity for chilling the cocktail and ensuring a refreshing, crisp experience.; Garnish; Taffy candies, rainbow sprinkles, whipped cream—this is where you can let your creativity shine. The more colorful and playful, the better!

Ingredients

Tequila Blanco

Smooth and clean, tequila blanco (also called silver tequila) provides a crisp base that balances the sweetness of the other ingredients. It’s essential for adding a slight bite that keeps the drink from becoming overwhelmingly sugary.

Vanilla Vodka

Vanilla vodka infuses the cocktail with a luscious, creamy vanilla flavor that enhances the candy theme. Look for a high-quality vanilla vodka to avoid artificial aftertastes.

Butterscotch Schnapps

Butterscotch schnapps delivers a rich, buttery sweetness that mimics the taste of classic taffy candies. It’s the secret ingredient that makes this drink feel like dessert in a glass.

Cream or Half-and-Half

A splash of cream or half-and-half adds a velvety texture and softens the alcohol’s edge, creating a smooth, luscious mouthfeel.

Food Coloring (Optional)

Adding a few drops of food coloring is optional but highly encouraged for maximum visual impact. Use gel food coloring for more intense colors or liquid food coloring for softer shades.

Ice

A necessity for chilling the cocktail and ensuring a refreshing, crisp experience.

Garnish

Taffy candies, rainbow sprinkles, whipped cream—this is where you can let your creativity shine. The more colorful and playful, the better!

Instructions

Step 1: Chill Your Glass

Start by chilling your serving glass. Place it in the freezer for at least 5 minutes or fill it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail. A cold glass enhances the drinking experience by keeping your cocktail icy cold.

Step 2: Shake the Ingredients

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add 1 oz tequila blanco, 1 oz vanilla vodka, 1/2 oz butterscotch schnapps, and 1/2 oz cream or half-and-half. Add a few drops of your chosen food coloring.

Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15–20 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels frosty. A good shake ensures a perfectly blended, creamy, colorful drink.

Step 3: Prepare the Glass

Remove your chilled glass from the freezer or discard the ice water. If desired, coat the rim with simple syrup and dip it into a plate of rainbow sprinkles for extra flair.

Step 4: Strain and Serve

Strain the colorful, creamy mixture into the prepared glass. Admire the stunning color and the luxurious texture.

Step 5: Garnish

Top the drink with a mini taffy candy on a cocktail pick, a generous sprinkle of rainbow sprinkles, or a playful swirl of whipped cream.

Notes

The Twisted Taffy Tequila is meant to be fun, indulgent, and visually exciting. Unlike serious, spirit-forward cocktails, this drink prioritizes creativity and playfulness. It’s the perfect choice when you’re looking to serve something unexpected and memorable.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 25mg
Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 0.5g