Ever since Kelly Clarkson did this on her show, I still think about how effortlessly she downed the Chicago Handshake like an absolute pro.

The official Chicago Handshake is not one to be messed with.  It has to be the hardest drink to get down when shooting it back.

The Chicago Handshake is slang for a drink special involving a shot of Jeppson’s Malört paired with an 'old-school' Midwestern beer, most typically Old Style Beer. [Chicago Rex]

I've had a Malört shot one time and never again will I put that poison in my body.

"IT'S NOT A DRINK FOR MOST PEOPLE, BUT WE'RE NOT MOST PEOPLE." [Jeppson's]

Had it at my sister's wedding and I couldn't even stand the smell.

Jeppson's Malort - FB
Jeppson's Malort - FB
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I remember seeing an episode of Kelly Clarkson, she takes a shot of Malört on her talk show with pure ease, like she drinks it for breakfast every day.  Truly insane footage.

“Chicago PD” star Benjamin Levy Aguilar was on her show, and he offered the “Chicago Handshake” to her.  You'd think she would pass, but nah.  She did it.

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Kelly Clarkson Show
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This lives in my head rent free because this is the first time I've seen anyone do this and not hurl it back up or gag as they attempt the shot.

You don’t need a chaser!” Kelly said.

Benjamin says, "You don't need a chaser?"

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Kelly responds with, “That’s good! I don’t think I needed a chaser - OH, it's still hot going down.

If you're anything like Kelly Clarkson when taking the Chicago Handshake, you're a different kind of breed.  Not sure how anyone is able to take a shot and not flinch.  It's soooooo gross.

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Kelly Clarkson Show
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Here, watch the video.  Tell me this isn't insane!

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