Alabama Slammer Cocktail
The Alabama Slammer is a vibrant, ruby-red cocktail that’s as bold in flavor as it is in color. A sweet and fruity mix of sloe gin, Southern Comfort, Amaretto, and orange juice, it’s a refreshing way to sip and cool down—especially on a warm day.
If you like a sweet fruity, beautiful, and tasty cocktail, this slammer is something you should try! The height of the drink’s popularity was back in the 1970s and I’d love to see it come back in style.
I was talking to my sister this weekend and told her that I made this cocktail for the blog. She relayed to me that once when she was visiting one of our other sisters, they made a pitcher of the Alabama slammer.
She had a funny look on her face when she told me. Therefore, that led me to wonder whether they may have, I say may have, imbibed too much of this cocktail.
I would not be surprised because it is easy to do. It’s sweet and you can easily forget how much booze is in it.
Fun fact about Southern Comfort
Did you know that Southern Comfort is not a whiskey? It has whiskey in it but is classified as a liqueur.
Helpful tips
- You can make this cocktail in a shaker or build in the glass. I have done it both ways. I prefer the shaker.
- I’m using a Collin’s glass and a double old-fashioned glass. But you can also use a highball glass.
- There are different brands of sloe gin. This is what I had on hand but a great brand is Plymouth sloe gin.
- There are three different versions of Southern Comfort – original, black, and 100 – you can use any one of them, but I prefer the original.
- I am using the Disaronno brand of Amaretto but you can use any brand you prefer.
- Depending on the size of your glassware, you may have to adjust the ice to fill up the glass.
- I love a good maraschino cherry. I always wash the cherries before using them as a garnish because I don’t want the sweetened syrup to mar the taste of the cocktail I’m making.
- You can also garnish this cocktail with a slice of orange either floating in the drink or on the rim of the glass.
- Want a more fruity flavor? Add more orange juice. This will also dilute the cocktail if you don’t want a strong drink.
How to make this Alabama slammer cocktail
Pre-step
Get a cocktail shaker and fill it halfway with ice. Also, get a measuring glass and glassware like a Collins glass.
After measuring out the ingredients, add to the shaker.
For the garnish, get two martini picks, wash 4 maraschino cherries to remove the syrup, and place 2 on each martini pick.
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Step one
Gather the ingredients – Southern Comfort, Amaretto liqueur, sloe gin, and orange juice.
Step two
Measure 2 ounces of Southern Comfort. (A)
Step three
Measure 2 ounces of Amaretto. (B)
Step four
Measure 2 ounces of sloe gin. (C)
Step five
Measure 6 ounces of orange juice. (D)
Step six
Add fresh ice to the glasses.
Step seven
Place the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Divide, strain, and pour the liquid between the two glasses. Add a martini pick to each cocktail.
It’s a gorgeous color don’t you think? It’s a fun and delicious fruity drink.
And the vertical shot of the Alabama slammer.
I hope you enjoyed this Alabama slammer cocktail recipe. It’s sweet and it packs a punch.
Other Amaretto cocktails
And as always, may all your dishes/drinks be delish!
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Alabama Slammer
Ingredients
- 2 ounces southern comfort
- 2 ounces Amaretto
- 2 ounces sloe gin
- 6 ounces orange juice
Garnish
Instructions
Make it!
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Get a measuring glass and glassware.
- Add southern comfort, Amaretto, sloe gin, and orange juice.2 ounces southern comfort, 2 ounces Amaretto, 2 ounces sloe gin, 6 ounces orange juice
- Place the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for at least 15 seconds. Divide and pour the cocktail between the glasses.
- Spear 2 cherries on each martini pick and place in the cocktails.4 maraschino cherries
- Sip, smile, and enjoy.
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- You can make this cocktail in a shaker or build in the glass. I have done it both ways. I prefer the shaker.
- I’m using a Collin’s glass and a double old fashioned glass. But you can also use a highball glass.
- There are different brands of sloe gin. This is what I had on hand but a great brand is Plymouth sloe gin.
- There are three different versions of Southern Comfort – original, black, and 100 – you can use any one of them, but I prefer the original.
- I am using the Disaronno brand of Amaretto but you can use any brand you prefer.
- Depending on the size of your glassware, you may have to adjust the ice to fill up the glass.
- I love a good maraschino cherry. I always wash the cherries before using them as garnish because I don’t want the sweetened syrup to mar the taste of the cocktail I’m making.
- Want a more fruity flavor? Add more orange juice. This will also dilute the cocktail if you don’t want a strong drink.
- Adjust the orange juice to the size of your glass.
Nutrition
Originally published in October of 2017.
From lighting up stages with her BA in theater to food journalist, Elaine Benoit's journey is a testament to passion's transformative power. As the CEO of Dishes Delish, she offers a blend of healthy, comforting recipes and exquisitely crafted cocktails. Beyond the kitchen, Elaine voiced her culinary adventures on her podcast, "Dishing," and co-owns Food Blogger Help, extending her expertise to guide budding food bloggers to success. Whether it's for a heartwarming dish or insights into food blogging, Elaine's diverse experiences make her a beacon in the culinary digital landscape.
Gin and amaretto are my ultimate faves! This was so good and I may have dance around a little!
Joyce, hehe 🙂 I’m all for dancing!!
I absolutely love your cocktails. This was so delicious and also perfect for Halloween!
Thanks a lot Ginny!
This is such a fun and delicious cocktail. Love the colors too. Yum
Thanks so much, Laura.
Another delish cocktail. And your photos are beautiful!
Thanks my dear Christopher!
I made this over the weekend, and it was the perfect way to relax on the patio! It was so delicious and refreshing. I look forward to more patio nights with this slammer!
Hehe. Thanks, Amanda! We love drinking this on our patio too! Thanks for you comment.
I love cocktails that have gin in them – they’re so refreshing and on the lighter side! I hadn’t tried an Alabama Slammer before I found your recipe but I’m so glad I did! It was slightly sweet and so tasty!
Thanks Anjali! I appreciate your comment.
There’s really nothing else to say except delish! And so strong so it’s a good sipping drink! 🙂
Thanks, Cara.
This worked perfectly, I loved the flavor and it was so refreshing.
Thanks, Andrea. I appreciate it.
Made these for Easter yesterday, wowzers, I had to warn people for sure! So delicious it slipped down like Kool-Aid! So yummy!
Hehe. Thanks Kathleen! I appreciate your comment.
My boyfriend loves Southern Comfort and he loves this cocktail!
Thanks, Jill. I’m glad he enjoyed it! Thanks for commenting.
I am a fan of drinks that have Amaretto in the mix. This drink was very refreshing!
Thanks Ann. I appreciate your comment! Cheers.