This fun and easy Brain Hemorrhage Shot Recipe is great for a Halloween Party! This fun shot looks creepy but tastes fantastic.
Brain Hemorrhage Shot
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I love how creepy and fun this co*cktail shot looks. It is the perfect party co*cktail!
While this shot looks crazy, it tastes terrific. Your guests will love how fun this creepy drink looks and how it has great flavor.
I am so excited for Halloween this year! I have been working on a ton of themed holiday co*cktails and shots.
We didn't get to celebrate Halloween the way we wanted in the past couple of years, but hopefully, this year, we can start to enjoy the holiday.
You don't have to be a professional bartender to make this epic shot!
It takes minutes to prepare! You can make a line of these shots for a party or individual enjoyment.
We find that clear shot glasses work best so you can see the creepy visual effect that happens when you pour the ingredients into the glass.
Make sure to also check out the Alien Brain Hemorrhage Shot with blue Curaçao and the Zombie Brain Shot with a dash of Crème de Menthe. They are all fun Halloween Drinks!
Are you ready to make a crazy, fun co*cktail shot with a bit of freakiness?
Ingredients
Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients needed to make an epic Brain Hemorrhage Shot! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.
- Peach Schnapps
- Bailey's Irish Cream Liqueur
- Grenadine Syrup
Equipment Needed
- 2 ounce tall shot glasses - We love these 2 oz shot glasses especially for layered shots.
- Bar Spoon - Bar spoons help to create layers in the co*cktail shot. They fit perfectly into the co*cktail shot glass.
- OXO angled jiggers - these are our go-to measuring tools for co*cktails. They work perfectly for pouring in layers for co*cktails.
How to Make a Brain Hemorrhage Shot
I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.
Step 1 -Pour Peach liqueur into a shot glass.
Step 2 - Slowly gently pour in Irish Cream classic cream liqueur so it looks like a brain membrane is moving in the shot glass.
Step 3 -Drop a couple of drops of grenadine pomegranate cherry syrup on top of the shot glass and slowly add more until you get the look you want.
We use a teaspoon to slowly add a splash of Grenadine heavy syrup to the co*cktail. A tiny amount of grenadine makes a big impact.
Drizzle over the back of a spoon or top to control how much red goes into the drink. 2-3 drops of grenadine will make an impact.
This Halloween Shot not only looks amazing it has great taste. A fun combination of smoothness and sweetness in a seriously creepy looking co*cktail.
Preparation and Storage
Make Ahead: We recommend making this layered shot to order so you don’t miss out on the creepy visual of the “brain membrane”!
Storage: No storage is needed, as it’s best to make and enjoy this fun shot immediately after.
Recipe Variations
Substitutions: We use grenadine in this shot recipe, but you can use any other fruity red syrup, including pomegranate and cherry! Any Irish cream in your bar cabinet works, including our homemade Irish cream, if you want to go the DIY route.
You can switch the peach schnapps for banana liqueur to make a monkey brain hemorrhage shot for your next Halloween party.
Other spooky variations include this zombie brain hemorrhage shot and alien brain hemorrhage shot recipe
Vegetarian Option: This recipe is vegetarian-friendly!
Vegan Option: Bailey’s Almande is a vegan-friendly Irish cream substitute made with almond oil instead of dairy.
Gluten-Free: The ingredients in the Brain Hemorrhage Shot, including Bailey’s Irish Cream, are gluten-free.
Alcohol-Free Option: Use a zero-proof Irish cream and peach schnapps to make a NA Brain Hemorrhage Shot. Here are some non-alcoholic peach schnapps substitutes to consider.
Larger Group/More Servings: Upsize the written recipe to scale to make Brain Hemorrhage co*cktails!
Sugar-Free: The written recipe contains 10 grams of sugar per serving. Use sugar-free alternatives where possible to reduce the sugar content.
Tips for the Best Brain Hemorrhage Shot
- We use a teaspoon to slowly add a splash of grenadine heavy syrup to the co*cktail. A tiny amount of grenadine makes a noticeable impact.
- Need a refresher on layered shots? We have a guide to pouring layered shots here.
- This shot has also been called a brain damage shot
What to Serve with a Brain Hemorrhage Shot
The creepy yet mesmerizing Brain Hemorrhage Shot would be at home at any Halloween party or co*cktail night! Here are some scary good menu planning suggestions.
Snacks: Pretzel Bones, White Chocolate Ghost Pretzels, Halloween Monster Munch, Candy Corn and Peanuts Snack Mix, Witches Brooms Pretzel Sticks, Pumpkin Spice Pretzels
Main Dishes: Mummy Quesadillas, Green Halloween Pasta, Mummy Hot Dogs
Desserts: Marshmallow Ghosts, Ghost Strawberries, Witch Hat Cookies, Reese's Bats, Nutter Butter Ghosts, Spider Donuts, Halloween Bloody Bandages, Mummy Oreos, Candy Corn Bark, Mummy Rice Krispie Treats, Mummy Brownies, Candy Corn Cheesecake Mousse
Drinks: Cement Mixer Shot, Scooby Snack Shot, Jolly Rancher Shot, Candy Corn Jello Shots, Candy Corn co*cktail, Bloody Colada, CrockPot Pumpkin Liqueur, Apple Cider Mule
When to Serve
- Halloween Party
- Halloween co*cktail Night
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Brain Hemorrhage Shot Recipe
How to make a Brain Hemorrhage Shot that is creepy but tastes delicious.
5 from 1 vote
Print Rate
Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 114kcal
Author: Tammilee Tips
Ingredients
- 1.25 Ounce peach schnapps
- .25 Ounce Bailey’s Irish Cream
- dash Grenadine
Instructions
Pour peach schnapps in shot glass. Slowly pour in Irish Cream.
Add a few dashes of Grenadine
Kitchen Tools
Shot Glasses
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Brain Hemorrhage Shot Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 114Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 1mg0%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 1g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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