The Duck Fart Shot, despite its unusual name, is a serious party cocktail favorite you can make at home. With Bailey’s liquor, Kahlua, and Jack Daniels whiskey, this cocktail shot is just what you need to make the party.
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Why this Fun Shot Recipe is a Keeper
The duck fart recipe is a layered shot created in Alaska with three distinct layers: a shot of Kahlua coffee liqueur, a middle layer of Irish cream flavored liqueur, and Jack Daniels whisky on top. It’s really easy to make, and is sure to be your favorite shot.
- 5 Minute Shot: Make this whiskey shot in less than 5 minutes.
- Easy Ingredients: Only three ingredients on the back of a spoon.
- Party Pleaser: All of your guests will be lining up to try this shot, despite its funny name – or maybe even because of it. This recipe makes one shot, but you can make a batch for a party.
If you’re looking for more cocktail and shot recipes, try these: Strawberry Jello Shots, Sour Apple Jello Shots, and Mojito Moonshine.
Why the name Duck Fart?
The duck fart was invented in the 80s by a bartender at a bar called the Peanut Farm in Anchorage, Alaska, and is also known as the Alaskan Duck shot (if you don’t want to call it a Duck Fart). Allegedly, one of the first customers who tried it exclaimed it “tasted like a duck fart.”
As the shot has a creamy texture with notes of coffee, Irish cream, and whiskey, we can assume that the customer wasn’t speaking from experience. Whatever the case, you can now order a Duck Fart in bars across Alaska, as this shot is to the state as a margarita is to Mexico.
Ingredient Notes to Make a Layered Shot
The taste of this Duck Fart shot has notes of coffee and cream due to the Kahlua and Baileys in it, along with a good amount of whiskey. This shot is really strong, so make sure to drink responsibly.
- Kahlua: Kahlua is a coffee liqueur from Mexico, and is a common ingredient in many layered shots.
- Baileys: Bailey’s Irish cream liqueur gives this shot its texture. If you want, you can use another Irish cream.
- Jack Daniels: Jack Daniels whiskey is a popular choice for this recipe.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for this Recipe
- Garnish: Add a sprinkle of nutmeg, cocoa powder or a coffee bean on top for a touch of visual appeal.
- Grand Marnier: A B-52 shot switches out the Irish cream for Grand Marnier liqueur.
- Espresso: Use espresso for more coffee flavor.
Special Equipment Needed
- Jigger: Use a cocktail jigger to measure out the ingredients in this layered shot with Kahlua.
- Small Spoon: Pour each ingredient into a spoon to get the most accurate measurements. Ans a rocks glass.
Pro Tip to Make this Recipe
Duck Fart flavors can be enjoyed beyond the traditional shot format. Try using the same ratios of Kahlua, Bailey’s, and whiskey in a shaker with ice, then strain it into a martini glass for a fancy “Duck Fart Martini.”
How to Make a Duck Fart Shot
This shot is quite fun to make, with Kahlúa, Irish cream, and Crown Royal or Jack Daniels whiskey. Read on to learn how to make this recipe.
These are the basic steps for making duck fart shots. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Pour the Liqueur
Measure out your Kahlua and pour it the bottom of your shot glass. Then, Measure out the Bailey’s. Gently and slowly pour it over a spoon into the shot glass on top of the Kahlua. Be sure the spoon tip meets the liquid already in the glass before you begin pouring, and be sure to pour the Jack Daniels the same way.
Duck Fart Shots Recipe FAQs
You can use any kind of whiskey you want, but Jack Daniels or Canadian whiskey is always a winner.
Yes; you can make this shot in advance, or make a batch of them for a party.
Yes; Kahlua liqueur contains caffeine.
Switching the layers is not recommended, as each liqueur has a different density.
Expert Tips for Making This Duck Fart Drink Recipe
- Chill: Always use chilled ingredients for the best layering effect. Pre-chill your shot glasses in the freezer for a few minutes before assembling the drink.
- Use a Spoon: Use a bar spoon to slowly pour each layer over the back of the spoon. This helps the liquids flow gently and prevents them from mixing too much.
- Density Matters: Pour the ingredients in order of density, starting with the heaviest (Kahlua) and ending with the lightest (whiskey).
- The original shot used Crown Royal Canadian whiskey as the final layer. You can use any whiskey you prefer.
- Pour Slowly: It’s important that the spoon isn’t held too high above the glass or the liquid already in the glass or it will mix the ingredients. It’s also important you pour it slowly. Too much weight at once will mix it as well.
- Don’t Mix: You’re not suppose to mix these ingredients before taking the shot. The top two layers will look like they’re mixing a bit; this is normal.
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Duck Fart Shot
Equipment
- Jigger
- Small Spoon
- Shot Glass
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Ingredients
- ½ ounce Kahlua
- ½ ounce Bailey's Irish Cream Liqueur
- ½ ounce Jack Daniels Whiskey
Instructions
- Measure out your Kahlua and pour it into your shot glass.
- Measure out the Bailey’s. Gently and slowly pour it over a spoon into the shot glass. Be sure the spoon tip meets the liquid already in the glass before you begin pouring.
- Repeat the previous step with the Jack Daniels.
Christina’s Notes
- Chill: Always use chilled ingredients for the best layering effect. Pre-chill your shot glasses in the freezer for a few minutes before assembling the drink.
- Use a Spoon: Use a bar spoon to slowly pour each layer over the back of the spoon. This helps the liquids flow gently and prevents them from mixing too much.
- Density Matters: Pour the ingredients in order of density, starting with the heaviest (Kahlua) and ending with the lightest (whiskey).
- The original shot used Crown Royal Canadian whiskey as the final layer. You can use any whiskey you prefer.
- Pour Slowly: It’s important that the spoon isn’t held too high above the glass or the liquid already in the glass or it will mix the ingredients. It’s also important you pour it slowly. Too much weight at once will mix it as well.
- Don’t Mix: You’re not supposed to mix these ingredients before taking the shot. The top two layers will look like they’re mixing a bit; this is normal.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.