Now that you have your ingredients ready, let’s dive into the steps for making this delightful Fire & Frost Shot. It’s as easy as pie, and I promise you’ll feel like a master mixologist!

Step 1: Prepare Your Shot Glasses
Ensure your shot glasses are clean, dry, and placed on a stable, level surface. Any residue or an uneven surface can disrupt the layering process.

Step 2: Pour the “Fire” Layer
Hold the bottle of cinnamon schnapps (e.g., Goldschläger) directly over the first shot glass and pour a full 1-ounce shot. This will form the base of your shot. Repeat for all shot glasses you are preparing. The golden, glittering liquid is the foundation of your “fire.”

Step 3: The Layering Technique – The Key to Perfection
This is the most critical step. Take your bar spoon or the back of your 1/4 teaspoon measuring spoon.

• Hold the spoon upside down and place the tip of the bowl against the inside rim of the shot glass, just above the cinnamon schnapps.

• Slowly and gently pour the 1 ounce of creamy white peppermint schnapps over the back of the spoon. The goal is to allow the liquid to cascade gently down the side of the glass and onto the surface of the first liqueur, rather than plunging directly into it.

• Pour as slowly as you can. The white schnapps should spread evenly across the surface and form a distinct, opaque layer on top of the clear golden layer.

Step 4: Achieve a Clean Separation
As you pour, you will see a clear line forming between the two liqueurs. Continue pouring until you have used the full ounce of peppermint schnapps and the layer is complete. A perfect shot will have no cloudiness or mixing at the boundary line.

Step 5: Present the Masterpiece
Once all shots are prepared, present them to your guests on a small tray. Point out the beautiful separation and explain the “Fire & Frost” concept to build anticipation.

Step 6: The Instructions for Consumption
This is part of the experience. Instruct your guests to drink the shot in one smooth, continuous motion—not to sip it. The entire experience is designed to be felt in sequence.

Step 7: Experience the Sensation
As the shot is consumed, the “fire” of the cinnamon schnapps will hit the palate first, creating a familiar warming sensation. A split second later, the “frost” of the cool, creamy peppermint will wash over the tongue, instantly quenching the heat and leaving a refreshing, minty finish. The contrast is immediate, dramatic, and incredibly satisfying.