Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The Green Tea Shot is a fun and delicious drink that’s perfect for parties or a night out with friends. Despite its name, this shot doesn’t actually contain any green tea; it’s a delightful mix of flavors that comes together in a refreshing and zesty way. The combination of Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix creates a unique taste that’ll surprise and impress your guests. Plus, the splash of lemon-lime soda adds a fizzy finish that rounds it all off beautifully.
How to Make Green Tea Shot
Ingredients:
- ½ ounce Irish whiskey
- ½ ounce peach schnapps
- ½ ounce sour mix
- 1 splash lemon-lime soda
Directions:
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix with ice.
- Shake well for about 10 seconds.
- Pour into shot glasses until each is about 3/4 full.
- Top each shot glass with a splash of lemon-lime soda.
- Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!
Tips to Make Green Tea Shot
- Make sure to shake the mixture really well. This helps to blend the flavors beautifully.
- Use chilled ingredients for extra refreshing shots.
- For a sweeter taste, adjust the amount of peach schnapps to your liking.
How to Serve Green Tea Shot
Serve the Green Tea Shot in small shot glasses. The bright colors and fizzy top make for a lovely presentation. Pair the shots with lime wedges on the side for an added touch. They’re best enjoyed in a fun and lively atmosphere!
How to Store Green Tea Shot
It’s best to mix this shot fresh. However, if you have leftovers, you can store the mixture (without the soda) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Just remember to shake it again before serving and add fresh soda for that fizzy touch.
Variation
You can try a fun twist by adding different flavored schnapps such as raspberry or melon for a unique take on the classic Green Tea Shot. This way, you can personalize the flavor to suit your taste!
FAQs About Green Tea Shot
1. Does a Green Tea Shot contain real green tea?
No, the Green Tea Shot is named for its color, not for containing green tea.
2. Can I make a non-alcoholic version?
Yes! You can substitute the Irish whiskey with ginger ale or apple juice and keep the other ingredients for a delicious non-alcoholic shot.
3. How strong is a Green Tea Shot?
The strength depends on how much whiskey you use, but it’s generally quite mild and easy to drink.
4. Can I prepare these shots in advance?
While you can mix the ingredients without the soda ahead of time, it’s best to add the soda just before serving for the best flavor and fizz.
Green Tea Shot
A fun and refreshing drink that combines Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix, topped with lemon-lime soda. Perfect for parties!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- ½ ounce Irish whiskey
- ½ ounce peach schnapps
- ½ ounce sour mix
- 1 splash lemon-lime soda
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix with ice.
- Shake well for about 10 seconds.
- Pour into shot glasses until each is about 3/4 full.
- Top each shot glass with a splash of lemon-lime soda.
- Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
Shake the mixture well for best flavor integration. Use chilled ingredients for refreshing shots. Adjust peach schnapps for sweetness.
