Turkeyball
The Turkeyball is a festive cocktail that blends the warm flavors of spiced rum and cranberry juice, evoking the spirit of Thanksgiving in a glass.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Shot glass
- 3 ingredients
Turkeyball
Ingredients
- Wild Turkey1 oz
- Amaretto¾ oz
- Pineapple juice1 splash
Method
- Shake with ice and strain into a shot glass.
What you need
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A shaker that seals
Two weighted tins beat three-piece shakers. They chill faster and never jam.
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The coiled spring holds back ice and pulp. Look for a tight coil.
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See 4 Wild Turkey drinksWhere it comes from
A holiday-inspired libation that gained popularity during festive seasons, blending the warm, poultry-adjacent spirit of Thanksgiving with sophisticated cocktail craft. This drink celebrates seasonal comfort through unexpected spirit combinations and warming spices, perfect for post-holiday gatherings.
Tips from the bar
- Use bourbon with higher rye content for spiciness that complements the poultry theme
- infuse cranberry juice with fresh thyme for herbal sophistication
- serve warm for maximum aroma and comfort factor
- add a touch of vanilla liqueur for subtle sweetness that doesn't overpower
- garnish with a sprig of fresh sage or rosemary
Twists worth trying
- Hot Turkey
- Served warm as a toddy with cinnamon stick and star anise for winter coziness
- Cranberry Turkey Punch
- scaled up as a punch with cranberry juice, apple cider, and spiced rum for gatherings
- Turkey Smash
- shaken with fresh cranberry puree and muddled thyme for bright, herbaceous notes
What to eat with it
- Turkey with cranberry sauce
- Sweet potato casserole
- Herb-stuffed poultry
- Roasted root vegetables
- Cornbread dressing
- Pecan pie
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Turkeyball?
A Turkeyball is made with wild turkey, amaretto, pineapple juice.
What glass do you use for a Turkeyball?
Serve a Turkeyball in a shot glass.
What does a Turkeyball taste like?
Expect savory, spicy, smoky.
What can I make with Wild Turkey?
We have 4 drinks built around Wild Turkey. See them all on the Wild Turkey page.
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