How to Drink Fireball

Co-authored by Mimi Perryman and Hunter Rising

Last Updated: January 17, 2023 References

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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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.^{[1]
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- 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.
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Sip on Fireball after dinner for a relaxing treat. 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]
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- 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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Try chilled and room-temperature to find out what you prefer. 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.^{[3]
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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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Making Hot Beverages

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Make a hot toddy at night to help soothe a sore throat. 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.^{[4]
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- Steep a bag of herbal tea for 5 minutes in your hot toddy for more benefits.
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Try a Fireball cinnamon hot chocolate on a cold night. 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.
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Mix Fireball into chai tea for a lighter hot drink. 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.^{[5]
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- 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.
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Celebrate winter holidays with a Fireball pumpkin spice coffee. 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.^{[6]
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- This recipe makes 4 servings.
- Use more or less Fireball to adjust the booziness.
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Make a hot apple cider with Fireball for a delicious fall drink. 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.^{[7]
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- 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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Mix Fireball and RumChata to make a Cinnamon Toast Crunch shot. Rim a shot 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 shot!^{[8]
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- Dip the rim into cinnamon sugar.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick or crunch up cinnamon toast crunch cereal and sprinkle on top.
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Add Fireball to an Old Fashioned to give it an extra kick. 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.^{[9]
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- Shake or stir your Old Fashioned to make sure it’s thoroughly mixed.
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Combine Fireball and hard apple cider to make a classic fall beverage. 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.^{[10]
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Bring a little heat to a mimosa by adding a shot of Fireball. 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.^{[11]
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- Fireball mimosas are best served if they’re chilled first.
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Try a batch of Fireball sangria for a spiced fruity drink to share with others. 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.^{[12]
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- 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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How many shots of Fireball will get you drunk?

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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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Only drink alcoholic beverages if you are the legal drinking age in your area.

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