How to Drink Fireball

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Fireball is a Canadian whiskey that’s famous for its sweet and spicy cinnamon flavor. Besides taking a shot of Fireball or sipping it as an after-dinner treat, you can also use it in tons of hot drinks as well as cold cocktails. Try out different Fireball recipes to explore new and delicious flavor combinations!

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Drinking Fireball Plain

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  1. Pour a shot of Fireball for a quick, exciting experience. Taking a shot is the easiest and one of the most popular ways to enjoy Fireball. Fill a shot glass to the rim with your Fireball, and take the shot.
    • Pace yourself while you’re taking shots. In between drinks, have a glass of water to stay hydrated. If you start feeling dizzy or woozy, take a break from drinking and sip on water for 30 minutes.
    • Chase your Fireball with a soda if you don’t like the aftertaste.
  2. Chilled Fireball’s spice hits a little later, while room-temperature Fireball immediately fills your entire mouth with the flavor. Store the Fireball in your refrigerator or freezer for an hour before drinking it if you want it chilled. [1]

    Tip: Try reuseable whiskey stones to chill your Fireball without diluting it. Put 2-3 of the frozen whiskey stones in your glass before taking a sip.

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  3. Since Fireball has a sweeter taste, it’s easy to sip on after a meal as a dessert drink. Pour a shot or 2 of Fireball into a tumbler glass and take small sips. Swish the Fireball around your mouth before you swallow to coat your mouth with the flavor. [2]
    • Try Fireball neat, or plain, before adding any ice cubes. If the flavor is still too strong, add an ice cube or 2 to your glass so its diluted.
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Making Hot Beverages

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  1. Bring 8 fluid ounces (240 ml) of water to a boil on your stove. Once the water is steaming hot, pour it into a large mug with 1 shot of Fireball, 1 ⁄ 2 tablespoon (7.4 ml) of honey, and the juice from half of a lemon. Have the hot toddy before you fall asleep to feel better if your throat is sore or scratchy. [3]
    • Steep a bag of herbal tea for 5 minutes in your hot toddy for more benefits.
  2. Make hot chocolate using your favorite mix or recipe. Then, add 1 shot of Fireball to your drink. Top the hot chocolate with whipped cream to add extra creaminess.
    • Garnish your hot chocolate with a cinnamon stick or extra cinnamon to give your drink a spicier flavor.

    Tip: Try adding a pinch of red chili powder to make your hot chocolate have a spicier kick.

  3. Bring 8  fl oz (240 ml) of water to a boil on your stove. Pour the water into a mug along with a shot of Fireball. Put a bag of chai tea in the water and let it steep for about 5 minutes, or until it reaches your desired flavor. [4]
    • Choose a decaf chai if you don’t want any caffeine.
    • Make sure to use room-temperature Fireball so your tea doesn’t get cold.
  4. Heat ½ cup (112 g) of pumpkin puree, 1 teaspoon (1.7 g) of pumpkin pie spice, 1 1 ⁄ 2   c (350 ml) of coffee, 1 ⁄ 2   c (120 ml) of milk, and 1  tsp (4.9 ml) of maple syrup in a pot over medium heat. Stir the ingredients until they’re hot and remove it from the heat. Pour in 1 1 ⁄ 2   fl oz (44 ml) of Fireball into the mix and ladle the drink into mugs to serve. [5]
    • This recipe makes 4 servings.
    • Use more or less Fireball to adjust the booziness.
  5. Heat 1  c (240 ml) of apple cider in your microwave or on your stovetop. Pour 1 shot of the Fireball into the cider and stir it with a cinnamon stick. Serve the drink while it’s still warm. [6]
    • Don’t heat the Fireball with the cider since some of the alcohol will cook off.
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Mixing Cold Fireball Cocktails

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  1. Rim a glass with a mix of equal parts cinnamon and sugar. Fill half of the glass with RumChata and the other half with Fireball. Enjoy this cereal-flavored beverage! [7]
    • Dip the rim into cinnamon sugar.
    • Garnish with a cinnamon stick or crunch up cinnamon toast crunch cereal and sprinkle on top.
  2. Instead of using a rye whiskey when you make your Old Fashioned cocktail, substitute a shot of Fireball instead. Mix the whiskey with 1 cup (240 ml) of club soda and 2 dashes of bitters. Add a splash of orange juice and 1 teaspoon (4.9 ml) of maple syrup to sweeten your drink. [8]
    • Shake or stir your Old Fashioned to make sure it’s thoroughly mixed.
  3. Pick a 12  fl oz (350 ml) bottle of your favorite brand of hard apple cider. Pour 1 shot of Fireball into a glass first before pouring the cider so the Fireball mixes throughout your cocktail.
  4. Also known as a “man-mosa,” mix 1 shot of Fireball, 3  fl oz (89 ml) of your favorite champagne, and a splash of orange juice in a glass. Stir the cocktail together until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
    • Fireball mimosas are best served if they’re chilled first.
  5. Chop 6–8 ounces (170–230 g) of fresh fruits, like oranges, apples, and pineapples, and set them aside. Combine 1  c (240 ml) of orange juice, 1  c (240 ml) of Fireball, and 1 bottle of dry red wine in a large pot or pitcher. Pour the chopped fruits into the pot and let it chill for 10 minutes. Serve the sangria with a ladle or pour it from the pitcher. [9]
    • Use prepackaged frozen fruits if you don’t have fresh fruit available.
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    Why is Fireball whiskey bad for you?
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    Drinking too much of any kind of alcohol can be bad for your health. However, Fireball also contains a common preservative called propylene glycol that can cause severe medical problems—such as acidosis, a condition in which the blood becomes acidic—when combined with too much alcohol.
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    It’s a matter of personal preference! Hot chocolate is a great choice if you want a hot, cozy drink on a cold day. If you’re looking for something cold and refreshing, go for a mixer like ginger ale or Coke.
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    It depends on a lot of things, like how high your personal tolerance for alcohol is and whether you have any food in your stomach. For most people, 3-4 shots will be enough for you to at least feel tipsy.
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      Things You’ll Need

      Drinking Fireball Plain

      • Shot glasses
      • Tumbler glass
      • Refrigerator or freezer

      Making Hot Beverages

      • Glasses or mugs
      • Measuring cups
      • Pot

      Mixing Cold Fireball Cocktails

      • Serving glasses
      • Cocktail shaker

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      1. ↑ https://www.supercall.com/spirits/whiskey/drink-fireball-alcohol-guide
      2. ↑ https://www.supercall.com/spirits/whiskey/drink-fireball-alcohol-guide
      3. ↑ https://www.trialandeater.com/fireball-hot-toddy/
      4. ↑ https://www.liquor.com/articles/fireball-drinks/
      5. ↑ https://www.willcookforsmiles.com/light-spiced-pumpkin-dinner-coffee/
      6. ↑ http://www.grumpyshoneybunch.com/2016/09/hot-fireball-apple-cider.html
      7. ↑ https://www.liquor.com/articles/fireball-drinks/
      8. ↑ https://www.supercall.com/spirits/whiskey/drink-fireball-alcohol-guide
      9. ↑ https://www.gogogogourmet.com/friday-at-five-fireball-sangria/

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      Fireball is a spicy cinnamon-flavored whisky that tastes amazing in a variety of cocktails and hot drinks. Fireball is great to drink as a shot on its own or sip slowly, since it’s sweet and not as strong as most whiskies. You can drink it at room temperature or chilled. If you don’t like the aftertaste, chase it with your favorite soda. You can also add it to popular cocktails, like a sangria, mimosa, or old fashioned. To make a delicious cinnamon toast crunch shot, mix equal parts Fireball and RumChata. For a perfect pick-me-up on a cold day, mix a shot of Fireball into your hot chocolate, pumpkin-spiced coffee, or hot apple cider. For more tips, including how to make a hot toddy with Fireball, read on!

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