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Green Tea Shot Recipe: The Party Classic (No Tea Involved!)

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It is the most confusingly named drink in the bar world. The "Green Tea Shot" contains absolutely zero green tea. It gets its name solely from its appearance: a translucent, pale green hue that mimics a cup of chilled Sencha.

Invented by the Jameson whiskey company, this shooter is fruity, sweet, and dangerously smooth. It tastes like a peach gummy ring, making it a crowd favorite for people who claim they "don't like whiskey."

Four green tea shots lined up on a bar top.
Prep Time2 mins
Total Time2 mins
Servings2 Shots
AlcoholYes

Ingredients

The Mix (Equal Parts)
  • 1 oz (30ml) Irish Whiskey (Jameson is the traditional choice)
  • 1 oz (30ml) Peach Schnapps
  • 1 oz (30ml) Sour Mix (See tip below)

The Topper
  • Splash of Lemon-Lime Soda (Sprite, 7-Up, or Starry)
Nutrition per shot:
Calories: 110
Fat: 0g
Sugar: 8g
Protein: 0g

Instructions

1
Prep the Shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
2
Pour: Add the Whiskey, Peach Schnapps, and Sour Mix. Do not add the soda yet (carbonation creates pressure and will make the shaker explode).
3
Shake: Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 10 seconds. You want the drink to be ice-cold and slightly diluted.
4
Strain & Top: Strain the mixture evenly into two shot glasses. Top each glass with a splash of soda for fizz. Serve immediately.

Expert Tip: Make Your Own Sour Mix

Store-bought sour mix is often syrupy and artificial. For a "Gold Standard" shot, mix equal parts Fresh Lemon Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, and Simple Syrup. This makes the drink taste brighter, fresher, and less cloying.

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