Alabama Slammer
A retro classic hailing from the 1970s, the Alabama Slammer is a sweet and fruity highball often associated with the University of Alabama. This crimson-hued cocktail blends the peach and spice notes of Southern Comfort with the nutty warmth of Amaretto and the berry tartness of Sloe Gin, finished with a bright zip of lemon.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by almond and peach from the amaretto and Southern Comfort. It has a thick, syrupy mouthfeel with flavors of stone fruit and dark berry. The finish is sugary with a subtle tartness from the lemon juice.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Southern Comfort1 oz
- Amaretto1 oz
- Sloe Gin0.5 oz
- Lemon Juice1 dash
Preparation
- 1
Fill a highball glass with fresh ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the Southern Comfort, Amaretto, and Sloe Gin over the ice.
- 3
Stir gently to mix the spirits and chill the drink.
- 4
Top with a dash of fresh lemon juice.
- 5
Serve immediately.
Substitutions
- Southern ComfortPeach brandy mixed with bourbon — This increases the alcohol punch while maintaining the stone fruit profile.
- AmarettoOrgeat syrup — Using syrup removes the alcohol from the nut component and increases the drink's viscosity.
- Sloe GinBlackberry liqueur — This swaps the herbal gin undertones for a more straightforward dark berry flavor.
- Lemon JuiceOrange Juice — A common addition that increases the drink's volume and provides a rounder citrus profile.
Variations
Slammer Shot
Combine the same ingredients in a shaker with ice and strain into a shot glass for a more concentrated serving.
Crimson Slammer
Replace the lemon dash with an ounce of cranberry juice to add more acidity and a brighter red color.