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This green tea shot recipe has a delicious and refreshing flavor with the perfect mix of sweet and sour. Despite the name, this popular drink doesn’t actually contain green tea, but gets its name from its light golden green color.
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What Is a Green Tea Shot
A green tea shot is a popular bar drink made with Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, sweet and sour mix, and lemon lime soda. Even though it is called a green tea shot, the recipe does not contain any actual tea.
The drink gets its name from its color, which resembles brewed green tea. The flavor is fruity, slightly sweet, and smooth with just enough citrus to balance the whiskey. Because it is easy to mix and quick to serve, this shot is often ordered at bars or made at home for parties and celebrations.
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Ingredients You Will Need
- Jameson Whiskey- a smooth Irish whiskey that has a slight flavor of vanilla and honey. It’s perfect for the base alcohol of this green teas shot.
- Peach Schnapps- this peach liqueur has a fruity sweet syrupy consistency, that is often added to party drinks and summer cocktails.
- Sour Mix- a blend of lemon and lime juice, sweetened by simple syrup. This add the tangy flavor to the shot.
- Lemon-Lime Soda (like Sprite or 7-Up)- a light lemon-lime fizzy drink that will enhance this shot without overpowering the other flavors.
- Ice- This drink is best served cold so be sure to add ice to the shaker!
A full list of ingredients and measurements is included in the recipe card below.
Variations of Green Tea Shots
- Make it a cocktail: If you love the flavor but want a refreshing summer cocktail, you can simply double the ingredients and then serve it over ice in a mason jar or cocktail glass.
- Try different whiskeys: While Jameson is part of the traditional green tea shot ingredients, you can experiment with other Irish whiskeys or even bourbon for a different flavor.
- Make it a mocktail: Make this a non-alcoholic version by substituting the whiskey and the peach schnapps with non-alcoholic peach syrup and cola for a delicious, refreshing shot that everyone can enjoy!
- Make it a white tea shot-Substitutions: For another fun version of this drink, called a white tea shot, simply swap out the whiskey for vodka.
How to Make a Green Tea Shot
- Pour the Jameson, peach schnapps, and sour mix into a cocktail shaker filled with a handful of ice. Shake the mixture vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until it’s well combined and chilled.
- Strain the shot mixture into a shot glass. Add a small splash of Sprite on top to give it a fizzy, refreshing finish. Garnish with a lemon or lime wedge. Serve and enjoy!
When to Serve Green Tea Shots
Green tea shots are a fun drink to serve when you want something quick, flavorful, and easy to make for a group.
These shots are especially popular for:
• birthday celebrations
• girls night gatherings
• game day parties
• holiday parties
• backyard get togethers
• bachelorette parties
Because the recipe is simple and uses just a few ingredients, it is easy to make several rounds for guests without spending much time behind the bar.
What Does a Green Tea Shot Taste Like
Green tea shots have a smooth, fruity flavor with hints of peach and citrus. The Irish whiskey adds warmth without making the drink overly strong.
The sweet and sour mix balances the flavors while the lemon lime soda adds a light, refreshing finish. Because the flavors are well balanced, the shot tastes surprisingly smooth and easy to drink.
Jameson Green Tea Shot
Many bars specifically refer to this drink as a Jameson Green Tea Shot because Jameson Irish whiskey is traditionally used in the recipe.
Jameson has a smooth and slightly sweet flavor that blends well with peach schnapps and citrus. While other Irish whiskeys can work, Jameson is the most common choice for this popular shot.
How to Make Green Tea Shots for a Party
If you are serving green tea shots for a group, you can easily make a larger batch.
Combine:
• 1 cup Irish whiskey
• 1 cup peach schnapps
• 1 cup sweet and sour mix
Store the mixture in the refrigerator until ready to serve. When serving, shake the mixture with ice and pour into shot glasses, then top each one with a splash of lemon lime soda.
Expert Tips
- Chill your shot glasses and ingredients: This drink is even better when it’s cold! Put your whiskey, schnapps, sour mix, and Sprite in the fridge ahead of time so they are nice and chilled. Put your shot glasses in the freezer before mixing too.
- Don’t Overfill the Glass: If you overfill the shot glass, you won’t have room to add the splash of lemon-lime soda to top off your drink.
- Make Ahead for Parties: Make this drink ahead of time for a party. Batch mix the whiskey, schnapps, and sour mix, and keep it in the fridge until you are ready to serve. Then add the soda just before serving.
- Make it Sweeter: If you want a sweeter (or less sweet) shot, adjust your schnapps or sour mix to match your taste.
- Use plenty of ice when shaking: Shaking with enough ice chills the drink quickly and helps blend the whiskey and peach schnapps for a smoother flavor.
RECIPE FAQS
The name comes from the light greenish color of the shot, which resembles the color of green tea. Despite the name, there is no actual green tea in the drink!
Jameson Irish Whiskey is traditionally used for Green Tea Shots. But you can use any smooth Irish whiskey or experiment with other types like bourbon or scotch for a different flavor.
You can make your own sour mix by combining equal parts lemon juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
Use any lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7-Up), or use club soda with a splash of lemonade or lime juice.
Use diet or sugar-free Sprite or 7-Up, and a lower sugar sour mix. You can also make your own with part lime juice, part lemon juice, and simple syrup.
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Green Tea Shot
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Shot Glasses
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Jameson Irish Whiskey
- 1 ounce Peach Schnapps
- 1 ounce Sour Mix
- Lemon Lime Soda, Sprite or 7-Up
- Ice Cubes
Instructions
- Pour the Jameson, peach schnapps, and sour mix into a cocktail shaker filled with a handful of ice.
- Shake the mixture vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until it's well combined and chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a shot glass.
- Add a small splash of Sprite to give it a fizzy, refreshing finish. Garnish with a lemon or lime wedge. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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