The Burt Reynolds Shooter September 9, 2018

On September 6th the world was notified that legendary movie star Burt Reynolds had passed away of cardiac arrest at the age of 82. Now this got me thinking if there was an alcoholic concoction named after Señor Reynolds. After some searching, I did indeed find a shooter named after the mustachioed master himself.

But here's the kicker: The shot seems to be wildly popular in Western Canada. 🤔

After some research, I seemed to find that one of the two ingredients in said shooter is exclusive to Canada: Butter Ripple Schnapps. What is this mysterious schnapps that seems to only be available to out Northwestern neighbors across the border?

According to the listing for Phillips Butter Ripple Schnapps on the Liquor Mart website:

Delightful aromas of praline and butterscotch lead to a palate that is smooth and creamy with flavours of nuts and caramel. This schnapps has a rich, butterscotch taste but is not too sweet. Try it on ice, over ice cream or with these special shortbread cookies

Hmmm, sounds interesting...and sweet. So what is this mixed with to make the Burt Reynolds? Spiced Rum seems to be the accompaniment for the Butter Ripple Scotch. Here's the recipe:

Burt Reynolds Shooter
1 part Spiced Rum
1 part Butter Ripple Schnapps

Pour each ingredients into a shot glass. And serve. Chill if requested.

And that's it. Here are a couple of ads for Canadian bars Ranchman's Calgary and Original Joe's from their respective Twitter account.

James Pavel on his website describes the popularity of the Burt Reynolds shooter in his article: The shooter that will finally topple the great Burt Reynolds:

"Half an ounce of Butter Ripple Schnapps and half an ounce of Captain Morgan’s spiced rum poured into a single shot glass. In the U.K they call it a Werther’s Original because it tastes like the candy. In Canada, but more specifically Alberta, it is called, ordered, shouted, projectile-vomited out, and order again, as the “Burt Reynolds.” It is hands down the most popular alcohol-induced shooter in the business by a massive margin. Shots of Patron, Sambuca, or porn stars, can’t touch this shot that is so lionized, it is often ordered simply by a patron placing an index finger under the nose, which ridicules the classic moustache of the burly actor, Burt Reynolds and also signifies that they desire another round of Burt."

Man, this sounds tasty. Shit, I'd do one of these. Guess I'd need to make a trip to Calgary...or maybe one of my Canadian friends can sneak a little bottle of the Butter Ripple Schnapps across the border for me 😇

Well, Mr. Reynolds, Peace to you on your next journey. 

May You Rest in Peace and thanks for the laughs.

Until Then Keep Drinking,

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