Sherbet SchnappsCocktail recipe
Rating
This drink tastes like sherbet. Though you can’t taste the alcohol, it has over half a pint of schnapps in it, so you're on the floor after a few.
Microbadges
Pint glass
Ingredients
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
Method
How to make a Sherbet Schnapps
-
- Put the various schnapps in a pint glass over ice and top up with lemonade
-
- Stir and serve
Power tips
Elevate the Sherbet Schnapps with these master mixologist tips
Upgrade to premium
And receive world class tips on how to raise your cocktails to the next level.
Find out more- Upgrade to premium to receive power tips from top bartenders around the world. Raise you mixology game.
- Read the tweaks that take this simple cocktail to the next level of greatness. Become the next best mixologist which people all talk about.
Learn more about some of the mixology terms used in this cocktail
· Stir ·Your private tasting notes
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
Featured in
FAQ's
What is the best way to serve a Sherbet Schnapps?
The best way to serve a Sherbet Schnapps is cold in a pint glass. Ensure all the schnapps and lemonade are chilled before mixing. After combining the raspberry, butterscotch, and apple schnapps in the glass, top it up with lemonade. Stir gently to mix the ingredients well without shaking. A cold serving enhances the fruity and sweet flavors.
How does the alcohol content of Sherbet Schnapps compare to that of a standard beer or wine?
Sherbet Schnapps has an alcohol content of 10.8%, which is higher than the average alcohol content found in standard beers (around 4-6%) and most wines (around 9-14%). This makes Sherbet Schnapps stronger than most beers but within the range of (or slightly below) many wines. It's a good choice for those who prefer a sweeter, fruitier beverage with a moderate alcohol level.
Can I customize the Sherbet Schnapps cocktail to make it less sweet?
Yes, you can customize the Sherbet Schnapps cocktail to make it less sweet by adjusting the amount of butterscotch schnapps, which is one of the sweeter components. Consider reducing the butterscotch schnapps volume and increasing the lemonade to balance sweetness with a refreshing tartness. You can also add a splash of soda water to cut through the sweetness and add some carbonation.
Are there any recommended substitutions for ingredients in the Sherbet Schnapps if I can't find all of them?
If you can't find specific schnapps flavors, consider using similar fruit-flavored liqueurs as substitutes. For raspberry schnapps, a raspberry liqueur or raspberry flavored vodka could work. In the absence of butterscotch schnapps, you might try caramel vodka or another caramel-flavored liqueur. For apple schnapps, apple vodka or cider could be alternatives. Keep in mind the substitutions may alter the cocktail's flavor profile slightly.
What food pairings go well with Sherbet Schnapps?
Sherbet Schnapps pairs well with dessert or light, fruity dishes that complement its sweet and fruity profile. Consider serving it with vanilla or fruit-based desserts, like apple pie or a raspberry sorbet. For savory options, opt for light appetizers or charcuterie boards that feature cheeses, fruits, and nuts to balance the sweetness of the drink.
Upgrade your mixology
Become a member for free taking your cocktail making skills up to level 11. Or become a premium member to rise to cocktail greatness.
- Save your bar forever
- Access to our Cocktail Creator, allowing you to create your own wonderful concoctions.
- Create personalised cocktail menus for all your events, bars or parties
- Save cocktails to personalised 'Tried' and 'Want to try' lists
- Create and record tasting notes on cocktails
- Create lists of cocktails to share with friends and family
- A personalised MyBar URL, allowing you to share everything you can make with friends
- And much more ... (what to buy next, measurement choices, search personalisation...)
Have you tried our Wordpress Plugin?
Download our plugin and embed cocktail recipes directly onto your own site or blog.
Choose from our whole recipe database, or choose a specific cocktail made with a certain ingredient, and let us place a beautiful recipe on your own site.
Find out moreYou might also like
Create a cocktail
Choose a theme and some ingredients, give us some description and we'll create an amazing cocktail for you.
Register as a Premium Make Me a Cocktail community member and get access to an even more powerful creator.
Start creatingBuild your bar
Tell us what you have at home and we’ll find a delicious cocktail for you to make right now.
Register as a Make Me a Cocktail community member and we’ll save your ingredients list so you can come back to it at any time.
Create My Bar
Comments
No comments yet…
You need to be a user with a verified email to comment on cocktails. Login / register