Cosmo & Tini Crashed International Shot Day
Saturday, 8th November was International Shot Day, habibi! And naturally, Cosmo & Tini weren't about to let that pass without causing some delicious chaos… As a result, 5 shot recipes you must absolutely try.
Let me walk you through the beautiful mess International Shot Day has been!
The doors burst open.
Cosmo & Tini, the glam twins with their signature shakers and enough fabulous shoes to fund a small country, sashayed straight into McGettigan's Ibn Battuta. Travis Kuhn, Master Mixologist at the MMI Bar Academy, looked up from his perfectly organised bar setup, his professional bartender zen filling the space.
He didn't know it yet, but his International Shot Day was about to get gloriously hijacked.
"Travis, darling!" Cosmo announced, already halfway to the bar and eyeing the Jack Daniel's Honey with dangerous interest. "We heard you were doing shots without us. Shots, Travis. The audacity."
"It's International Shot Day," Travis explained carefully, the way you might explain things to beautiful, unpredictable forces of nature. "I've been preparing all morning..."
"And now you're preparing with US," Tini finished, claiming a barstool like a throne. "Show us everything."
Within minutes (yes, minutes), the elves had commandeered half the counter, renamed three drinks (Travis is still mourning his original titles), and launched a passionate campaign to add pineapple garnishes to everything. The Cold Toddy Shot nearly became a tropical disaster before Travis wrestled back some semblance of control.
But here's the thing about beautiful chaos: sometimes it creates magic.
So grab your shot glasses, habibi, because they're spilling all the secrets.
BABY BEER – The Creamy Classic
"This one's mine," Cosmo declared before Travis could even finish pulling the bottle from behind the bar. "I'm calling dibs. Dibs are legally binding."
"That's... not how that works," Travis started, but Cosmo was already cradling the Licor 43 Original like it was precious cargo.
For the Baby Beer, he explained, start by pouring a single measure of Licor 43 into your shot glass, then carefully top it with fresh cream, using a spoon to layer it properly so it floats like a cloud. Take a moment to admire your handiwork (Cosmo certainly does).
"Now what if we added a tiny pineapple wedge on the rim?" Tini suggested innocently.
"Absolutely not," said Travis.
Shoot it back and let the creamy vanilla-caramel magic transport you.
Sweet, indulgent, tempting
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ABSOLUT SMOKY PIÑA SHOT – The Unmissable
When it came to vodka shots, Tini had opinions.
"If we're doing vodka, it needs to be MEMORABLE." She flipped her hair for emphasis. "I'm talking drama. Theatre. An experience."
Travis, to his credit, didn't even blink. He just reached for the Absolut Smoky Piña and started rimming a shot glass with chilli powder.
Both elves gasped.
"You GENIUS," Tini breathed.
Here's how this spectacular creation works: Rim your shot glass with chilli powder. Pour in a measure of Absolut Smoky Piña (already interesting with its smoky, fruity vibes). Take a fresh pineapple wedge and drop it in the glass as a garnish.
It's smooth, clean, and completely unexpected. As dramatic as Tini herself, which means it's absolutely perfect.
Smooth, clean, unexpected
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A vodka with fruity vibes is a vodka that refuses to play by the norms.
FIREBOMB – The Energy Kick
"This one's called The Firebomb," Travis announced, pulling out the Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey.
"Tini's Morning Starter," Tini countered immediately.
"Absolutely not."
"But it has ENERGY DRINK…"
"Still no."
The recipe is beautifully simple: Pour your energy drink into a tumbler glass. Take a shot of Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey and drop it straight in, just let it sink to the bottom like a delicious torpedo. Then drink it immediately.
"Pineapple garnish?" Tini tried one more time.
"No," Travis said firmly, hiding the fruit bowl.
Fair warning: This is not for the faint of heart. It's also not for mornings, whatever Tini may claim.
Fiery, bold, adrenaline-inducing
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Cinnamon heat is all caffeinated chaos in this shot that'll wake up parts of you that were peacefully sleeping.
COLD TODDY SHOT – The Smooth One
The moment Travis mentioned Jack Daniel's Honey, both elves gasped.
"Honey whiskey shots?!" they cried in unison. "Why didn't WE think of this?!"
"Because you've been too busy trying to put pineapple on everything?" Travis suggested, but even he was smiling now.
For the Cold Toddy, he combined 1 shot Jack Daniel's Honey and half a shot of fresh lime juice into a shaker with ice, gave it a good shake, and strained the mix into a shot glass. Then garnished it with a honeycomb.
"What about a grilled pineapple slice?" Cosmo ventured.
"Don't even think about it," Travis warned, laughing.
You can either sip this one slowly or shoot it traditional style. Either way, you're getting smooth, sweet, citrusy vibes that go down dangerously easy with Jack Daniel's Honey.
Smooth, delicious, dangerously easy
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Jack Daniel's Tennessee flavoured whiskeys bring all the vibes to whiskey shots without any of the burn.
PATRÓN XO CAFÉ SHOT – The Grand Finale
"Last one," Travis said, reaching for the Patrón XO Café.
"WAIT." Tini held up one perfectly manicured finger. "You end on a high note, darling. Always. It's basic storytelling. This needs to be SPECIAL."
Travis held up the bottle. "It's Patrón XO Café."
Both elves fell silent. Even they knew when to let greatness speak for itself.
The recipe? There isn't one. This tequila-coffee hybrid needs no garnish, no elaborate instructions, nothing. Just pour it, shoot it, and let the rich coffee magic wash over you like the perfect ending to a perfect night.
It’s sophisticated without being pretentious, complex without being complicated, and absolutely delicious without even trying.
Luxurious, smooth, sensational
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Patrón XO Café brings tequila and coffee together in perfect harmony for a finale that actually deserves the spotlight.
The three of them stood there in silence for a moment, savouring it.
"Okay," Cosmo admitted. "That WAS special."
"Worth the wait," Tini agreed.
Travis just smiled and started cleaning up. The bar was covered in pineapple chunks, chilli powder, and what he suspected was glitter (he still doesn't know how that got there). His perfectly organised setup had descended into beautiful chaos.
But the shots? The shots were perfect.
"Same time next year?" Tini asked hopefully.
Travis surprised himself by laughing. "Yeah. Same time next year."
GET YOUR SHOT SUPPLIES
Ready to recreate the magic at home? Time to stock your bar like a proper shot connoisseur. Head to your nearest MMI store or download the MMI Cheers Club App to get your essentials delivered chilled within 2 hours.
Whether you're team vodka shots, team whiskey shots, or team "I'll try them all, thank you very much" (the correct team, obviously), MMI has you covered. From smooth vodka shots that bring the drama to whiskey shots that go down easy, everything you need to upgrade your shot game is waiting.
International Shot Day might only come once a year, but with the right spirits and the right company, every day can be a shot day. Just remember: shots can be sneaky, so pace yourself! Sip with moderation, and drink plenty of water in between serves.
Cheers from Cosmo, Tini, Travis, and the entire MMI crew. May your shots be smooth and your laughter loud!
P.S. Cosmo and Tini are now official "consulting mixologists." Travis is still finding glitter in unexpected places. He's stopped asking where it came from.
Celia Rime
The Storyteller. Part word witch, part curious sipper, Celia brews stories to keep your glass (and your mind) topped up.