Bull Shot

Name: Bull Shot Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz Mr. Boston Vodka; 3 oz Chilled Beef Bouillon; 1 dash Worcestershire Sauce; 1 dash Salt and Pepper

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The Bull Shot is a savory vodka cocktail made with chilled beef bouillon, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. It's an umami-forward drink that doubles as a warming, protein-rich shot.

🏷️Equipment: old-fashioned glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Recipe Source

Visit Mr. Boston Drinks

From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide 50th Anniversary Edition

Ingredients

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1 1/2 oz Mr. Boston Vodka
3 oz Chilled Beef Bouillon
1 dash Worcestershire Sauce
1 dash Salt and Pepper

4 Ingredients

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Instructions

1
Shake with cracked ice and strain into old-fashioned glass.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill the beef bouillon in the refrigerator beforehand—cold temperature is essential to the drink's character.
Taste the bouillon and adjust salt/pepper before adding; it's easier than adjusting after mixing with vodka.
Shake gently with ice if using a cocktail shaker, or stir in a glass to avoid aerating the broth too much.
Serve immediately after mixing to keep the drink cold and flavors bright.

Substitutions

Mr. Boston Vodka → any neutral vodka (no impact on flavor)
Beef bouillon → beef consommé or beef broth (consommé is clearer; broth adds body)
Worcestershire sauce → soy sauce (use less; more intense umami)

Storage & make-ahead

This is a mixed drink meant to be consumed immediately. Do not store prepared Bull Shots; mix fresh each time.

Common Questions

What does a Bull Shot taste like?

It tastes savory and umami-rich with notes of beef broth, tangy Worcestershire, and a clean vodka finish. It's savory rather than sweet.

Should the beef bouillon be hot or cold?

The recipe calls for chilled beef bouillon. You can serve it over ice or at room temperature, but cold is traditional.

Can you make a batch for a crowd?

Yes. Multiply the ingredients by the number of servings and mix in a pitcher with chilled bouillon, then divide into shot glasses or small cocktail glasses.