SHOT ETIQUETTE QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

CAN YOU SIP A SHOT? Generally speaking, no. It’s really about the communal action. BUT WHAT IF SOMEONE HAS POURED SOMETHING REALLY NICE? Then they’ve kind of broken the rule that shots should come from affordable booze, so go ahead and take your sweet time. WHEN SHOULD YOU ORDER SHOTS? Whenever you feel like the gathering could use a bit of a push toward liveliness or as a send-off into the night. Ordering them as your first round of drinks, however, is a little too turbo. WHAT ARE THE BEST SHOT GLASSES? Scouring antique stores for vintage ones is the way to go. And shot glasses make the best touristy souvenir. But if you want brand-new ones, we like the Buswell Stackable shot glass from Cocktail Kingdom.