Taste profile
Strong, light, soft, and smooth.
BrandyMediumHighball glass
Cocktail guide
Texas Rattlesnake
Texas Rattlesnake combines Yukon Jack, Cherry Brandy, Southern Comfort, Sweet And Sour in a shot served in a highball glass. It is a strong fit for cozy night in and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
Best for
Best for cozy night in.
Quick fact
Texas Rattlesnake is usually served as a shot in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Yukon Jack, Cherry Brandy, Southern Comfort.
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Ingredients
Everything in the glass.
How to make it
Build it step by step.
- 1Mix all ingredients and Shake well.
- 2Sweet at first, with a BITE at the end...
Method
Shaken
Finish
Usually finished with Cherry Brandy.
Taste map
Strength
Strong
Sweetness
Light
Sourness
Soft
Bitterness
Smooth
Read: Texas Rattlesnake is a medium alcoholic cocktail for cozy night in with Yukon Jack, Cherry Brandy, Southern Comfort.
Texture and serve cues
-Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style
Best for
Best for cozy night in.
Glassware
Highball glass
More to know before you make it
A fuller read on the drink.
Flavor read
Expect a spirit-forward finish with support from Yukon Jack, Cherry Brandy, Southern Comfort.
Best pairing
Pairs nicely with richer plates, cheese boards, roasted nuts, or dessert.
Serving style
Serve in a highball glass and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass.
Where it fits
Texas Rattlesnake sits comfortably in the brandy cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.
Background
Why this cocktail keeps showing up.
Texas Rattlesnake is usually served as a shot in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Yukon Jack, Cherry Brandy, Southern Comfort.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Brandy
Category
Shot
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Highball glass
Method
Shaken
Garnish
Usually finished with Cherry Brandy.
Updated
March 11, 2026
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