Vodka Red Hot Shots

By cindyandmojo

Ingredients

• Simple Syrup:
• 1/3 cup red hot candies
• 1/2 cup vodka
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• For the Sugar Rim:
• Lemon wedge
• Sprinkles

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions

For the Sugar Rim

1. For the sugar rims, squeeze the lemon juice onto the rim of the shot glasses and dip them in sprinkles.

For the Simple Syrup:

2. Boil the sugar and the water for 2 minutes until the sugar has melted and the mixture has just slightly thickened. Set aside.

For the Cocktails:

3. In a glass, add the red-hot candies and the vodka.

4. Let the vodka and candy sit for at least an hour.

5. Add to a martini shaker full of ice cubes along with ¼ cup of simple syrup. Shake well and pour into shot glasses.