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We Asked 18 Bartenders: What’s the Trendiest Shot to Order Right Now? (2025)

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From classic boilermakers to themed shooters and even bartender handshakes , shots are the bread and butter of the bar world. Served at dives and high-end cocktail lounges alike, shots have a unique way of getting the party started. 1 house cocktail, the Shy Lady. But not all shots are created equal.

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How a German-Style Peppermint Liqueur Became a Bartender’s Handshake (and Mouthwash)

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Its so minty, in fact, that it has the nickname the bartenders mouthwash in some circles. So how did this peculiar product become an adored, if obscure, shooter beloved by bartenders and dive bar drinkers alike? How Did Rumple Minze Become a Bartenders Handshake Shot? Rumple Minze is extremely minty. What Is Rumple Minze?

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