Alabama Slammer
A sweet and fruity summer cocktail, this Alabama Slammer is a fun adult beverage that is perfect for sippin’ on your front porch!
A FUN SUMMER COCKTAIL
When it comes to cocktails, I really am more keen on the fruity ones. This Alabama Slammer is one of my favorites that we have been making for years and it does not disappoint. With a fruity undertone and a kick of the alcohol flavor, it is perfect for those who like flavorful with a kick. It’s a good drink to slowly sip on. Just shake it together and sit out on the deck on a warm summer’s night and enjoy! If you want a fun cocktail to enjoy in the sweet summertime, then this Alabama Slammer recipe is just what you need!
It not only looks good but it tastes good too. Huge hit with everyone we had over for the BBQ. I was making them all evening – ha!
– Ben
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
This drink was originally served in a shot glass. It was also reportedly invented at the University of Alabama (or a bar nearby) in the 70’s but the origins are a bit hazy. Anyhow, the idea was that you took a shot and slammed it down. Hence – Alabama Slammer. It evolved into the cocktail we know and love today.
We use 3 different alcohols in this drink and they consist of amaretto, sloe gin and Southern Comfort.
Yes, it is more on the strong side. If you are not a fan of strong you can tone it down by using half of the alcohol called for in the recipe.
While this is the best way to combine your drink together you do not have to have one. A mason jar with a lid works as well or you can simply just stir everything together until combined.
Amaretto is a sweet Italian almond-flavored liqueur. The name brand most people associate with amaretto is Disaronno.
First of all, “sloes” are a fruit similar to a plum. Sloe Gin is a British red liqueur made with gin and sloes. I use Dekuyper brand.
Southern Comfort is a brand name for an American fruit-flavored whiskey liqueur.
Of course. I do think it’s best when made fresh so I like to whip them up as I go. Plus, everyone loves to see their drink shaken for them. 🙂
INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)
- amaretto – I used Disaronno. You don’t have other use these specific brands but I know a lot of people like knowing which ones were used.
- sloe gin – I used the brand, DeKuyper.
- Southern Comfort – this is a name brand for a fruit flavored whiskey.
- orange juice – you can use fresh squeezed or the store-bought orange juice – whatever you’re in the mood for.
- maraschino cherries, for garnish – if you don’t like these, just leave them out.
- sliced orange, for garnish
HOW TO MAKE AN ALABAMA SLAMMER:
In a cocktail shaker, add ice.
Pour in the amaretto, sloe gin, southern comfort, and orange juice.
Add the top and shake vigorously.
Add ice to a glass. Strain and pour the cocktail into the glass. Add cherry and orange garnish.
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Originally published: June 2022
Republished: March 2025
Alabama Slammer
Ingredients
- 1 ounce amaretto (I used Disaronno)
- 1 ounce sloe gin (I used Dekuyper)
- 1 ounce Southern Comfort (fruit flavored whisky liquor)
- 2 ounces orange juice
- maraschino cherries (for garnish)
- sliced orange (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, add ice.
- Pour in 1 ounce amaretto, 1 ounce sloe gin, 1 ounce Southern Comfort and 2 ounces orange juice.
- Add the top and shake vigorously.
- Add ice to a glass. Strain and pour the cocktail into the glass. Add maraschino cherries and sliced orange.
Notes
- This can be doubled or tripled or made in a large pitcher to be served over ice.
- If you don’t want it as strong, halve your alcohol amounts.
Nutrition
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It not only looks good but it tastes good too. Huge hit with everyone we had over for the BBQ. I was making them all evening – ha!