Try these fun, tasty Jagermeister drinks for your next happy hour! Each of these cocktail recipe features Jagermeister liqueur, and they’re easy to make at home.
What does Jagermeister taste like?
Jagermeister is an herbal liqueur with a unique and distinct taste. It has a strong, full-bodied flavor that is slightly sweet with a hint of bitterness. The primary flavor note comes from the licorice root.
It has a thick feel to it, like a syrup. It finishes off with a lingering sweetness that will stay on your palate long after you take the last sip.
History of Jagermeister
Jagermeister was invented in Germany in 1934 by Curt Mast, a German entrepreneur and master distiller, who took a unique blend of 56 different herbs, fruits, and spices to create the iconic flavor. The name Jagermeister translates to ‘Master Hunter’ and was inspired by Curt’s passion for hunting.
In the 80’s, Jagermeister was promoted to college students as a party drink, so it became one of the most popular spirits among young people for shots at parties or bars. It’s also become an icon of German culture and continues to be enjoyed by many all over the world.
But it’s more than just a party drink. It’s a serious digestif with a fascinating flavor that’s worth trying.
Best Jagermeister Drinks
The Midnight Oil shot got its name from its appearance: it looks a little like oil. It’s basically three parts amaretto to one part Jägermeister. This shooter is better savored than chugged. The flavor in this one is nutty and sweet with notes of mint and black licorice in the background.
The Eliminator is your basic one-ounce shot with four different liquors - Jack Daniels, Jagermeister, tequila and any 151 proof rum you can find.
The Four Horsemen blends the flavors of peppermint and black licorice with tequila and rum. It's a very strong drink - three ounces of straight alcohol.
The Grizzly Bear cocktail is surprisingly gentle. Doesn’t really have a bite at all. You may be wondering about the Jägermeister parked there in the middle of sweet rich liqueurs and milk, but herbal liqueurs are marrying ingredients.
The Oil Slick blends Jägermeister with a peppermint liqueur. It's not a flavor you'd expect, and you'll probably either love it or hate it.
The Fiery German is a simple shot to pour, but the flavor is complex. It features the herbal notes of Jägermeister (often described as something like black licorice) and the spice of cinnamon.
The Just Shoot Me is one heck of a shooter. Despite featuring 6 types of hard liquor with no mixers in site, it’s surprisingly smooth and can actually sneak up on you. There’s no need to toss this one quickly down before you taste it, though.
Here's a tropical, fruity shot that's perfect for a beach day. The Surfer on Acid is super easy to mix up and can be a shot or cocktail. Jegermeister gives it a strong licorice flavor which fades into a blend of coconut and pineapple. It's sweet, smooth and tropical.