There are lots of cool party accessories out there that I spot online and I think of all the fun ways I can incorporate them into some of my parties.  So far, they have just been ideas in my mind that have never been realized.  Here are a few sweet finds I have stumbled upon that I hope to incorporate into some of my shindigs, and maybe you can too.

Dark Belgian Chocolate Cordial & Toasting Cups

I have seen these glasses around for some time.  They can be used for mini dessert cups for mousses or fresh fruit.  Of course, nothing goes better with chocolate than a liqueur.  Liqueurs are different from flavored liquor based on how they are made and their alcohol content.   I think that something creamy such as a Baileys Irish Cream or something fruity like Grand Marnier or PAMA (pomegranate) would go well with these chocolate treats.  For those cold winter nights try filling it with a shot of vanilla vodka as it melts in a large mug of hot chocolate!  They could also be used for a different type of wine tasting;  serve wines that pair well with chocolate.

*Suggested Recipe – B-52

• 1 oz. (2Tbsp.) Kahlúa
• 1 oz. (2 Tbsp.) Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 oz. (2 Tbsp.) Grand Marnier

Layer ingredients in a shot glass in the order given being careful not to mix them.

Edible Candy Cane Shot Glasses

These minty delights definitely bring a seasonal feel to mind.  Nothing would warm up guests more than a schnapps or coffee liqueur served in these candy cups while singing carols.  The cups filled up with vanilla ice cream sprinkled with chocolate shavings are an alcohol free alternative so the little ones can join in on the holiday cheer as well.

Suggested Recipe – Peppermint Patty

• 1 shot peppermint schnapps
• 1 squirt chocolate syrup

Keep a shot of peppermint schnapps in your mouth, and squirt chocolate syrup in. Shake head vigorously and swallow.

Edible Rainbow Candy Shot Glasses

From minty to lemony, these glasses are reminiscence of those long rainbow lollipops.  Lemony in flavor, they will go great with a fruity vodka or a tequila.  Fill them with a frozen Cosmo or Margarita mix or a fruity sorbet.  Let the fruit  linger like the last of the remaining summer sun at your next BBQ.

**Suggested Recipe – Hay Fever Remedy

• 1/2 msr vodka
• 1/4 Southern Comfort
• 1/4 amaretto
• 1/2 msr pineapple juice
• 1 teaspoon greandine

Shake and strain.  Shooter.

Chocolate Lined Wafer Shot Glasses

I had never seen these wafer treats before and thought they were very cute.  These mini cake cones lined with chocolate are perfect for that bite-sized ice cream treat.  Enjoy these shot glasses with mousse or fresh fruit topped with whipped cream.  Or, for a hard shell treat both inside and out, fill with your favorite ice cream and top with chocolate Magic Shell topping and enjoy chocolate through and through.

Suggested Recipe – Drunken Affogato (Ice Cream Shots)

• For the chocolate shots:
  • 3 cups chocolate ice cream
  • 3/4 cup coffee-flavored liqueur, such as Kahlúa
  • 24 whole hazelnuts
• For the vanilla shots:
  • 3 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 3/4 cup lemon-flavored liqueur, such as Caravella Limoncello
  • 24 whole macadamia nuts

Place a small scoop of ice cream in each glass. Top with 1 tablespoon liqueur and 2 nuts. Serve immediately.

Cool Shooters Ice Shot Glass Maker

These frozen delights are great not only for their resueability, but for their cool double duty – they are cool to look at and keep your drink ice cold on thoes hot summer days.  Host a vodka tasting party, not need to chill teh glass to make sure you vodka is served ice cold.  For a big show, try a flaming shot, white hot flame and cool as ice fingertips.  For a party of 5 or more, try this shot glass mold by Lush Life  that makes 12 at a time.

*Suggested Recipe – Oyster Shot

• 1 freshly shucked raw oyster
• 1 0z. (2 Tbsp.) tequila
• dash hot pepper sauce
• squeeze of lemon juice

Place oyster in the bottom of a chilled martini glass or shot glass.  Pour tequila, add pepper sauce and lemon juice.  Drink as a shot, allowing oyster to slide down your throat.

*recipe courtesy of  Cocktails – 2000 Desk Calendar

** recipe courtesy of  The Classic 1000 Cocktails