The Green Tea Shot is a popular party shooter that's quick and easy to prepare at home. Despite its name, it doesn’t actually contain any green tea—or any tea at all. Instead, it's a simple whiskey shot made with just four common bar ingredients, and it’s surprisingly tasty.
What Is a Green Tea Shot Made Of?
The Green Tea Shot is a blend of equal parts Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix, finished with a splash of citrus soda. It has a sweet-sour whiskey flavor with a peachy twist and a bit of fizz from the lemon-lime soda. The combination results in a balanced and mellow drink that's tastier than many other shooters and enjoyable for sipping.
Why Is It Called a Green Tea Shot?
The shot gets its name because, when mixed, it resembles chilled green tea—though that's the only connection. Its appealing green hue, which varies based on the sour mix used, makes it a popular choice for St. Patrick’s Day, while its refreshing sweet and sour blend is perfect for hot summer days.
Servings 2
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Create your own sour mix: Sour mix, essentially a citrus-flavored simple syrup, is readily available at liquor stores and supermarkets. However, it's both easy and cost-effective to make at home. This also allows you to customize the flavor by adjusting the amount of lemon or lime juice to your liking.
Prepare your shots in batches: While this recipe makes one shot, you can easily scale it up to prepare a larger batch. Just ensure that the total volume, including the ice, will still fit in your cocktail shaker.
