what are the smallest bottles of alcohol called

[DeKennedy]

Hey there! That's an excellent question, and those little bottles of alcohol actually go by quite a few different names, depending on where you are and who you're talking to.

The most official or general term for them is "miniatures." This is what you'll often see them called in stores or when they're sold in gift sets. They are, quite literally, miniature versions of the full-sized bottles.

In the United States and Canada, they are very commonly called "nips" or "shooters." You might also hear people refer to them with more descriptive names based on their use. For example, since they're the standard size served on flights, many people call them "airplane bottles." Other common terms include "one-shot bottles" or "travel-sized bottles."

So, while miniature is the most accurate term, you'll be perfectly understood if you ask for a nip, shooter, or an airplane bottle. They all refer to that same small, single-serving bottle of liquor!