What is a green tea shot made of?

A Green Tea Shot is made from a mixture of Jameson Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix and topped off with lemon-lime soda. Despite its name, it doesn't contain green tea.

Are green tea shots strong?

It is generally considered a moderately strong shot but not exceptionally potent compared to other cocktails or shots. The strength of a Green Tea Shot typically comes from the whiskey, which has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of around 40%. The other ingredients, including the Peach Schnapps and mixers, dilute the alcohol content, making it more approachable.

Why are green tea shots so good?

Green Tea Shots are popular because of the unexpected sweet and tangy flavors. This blend makes this shot unique.

Why is it called green tea shot?

The name "Green Tea Shot" is a playful misnomer. While it doesn't contain green tea, the drink's name alludes to the surprise of its taste profile, which is reminiscent of the unexpected in the world of mixology. I can also imagine it's called a green tea shot because of the color resembling green tea.

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Description

Sweet, sour, bright, and peachy, with the taste of whiskey, this green tea shot is the perfect cocktail for your next celebration with only 4 ingredients.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 ounce (15 ml) Irish Whiskey, such as Jameson
1/2 ounce (15 ml) Peach Schnapps
1/2 ounce(15 ml) Sour Mix
Splash of lemonade or other lemon-lime soda (use Sprite for a sweeter shot)
4-6 ice cubes

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Instructions

Add ice cubes.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
Add other ingredients.
Using a jigger or shot glass, measure 1/2 ounce (15 ml) of Jameson Irish Whiskey, Peach Schnapps, and sour mix and pour it into the cocktail shaker.
Shake.
Shake the mixture until chilled (about 5 seconds) and strain the mixture into a shot glass.
Top with sparkling soda.
Top off with a splash of lemon-lime soda or Sprite, and serve.

Equipment

Cocktail shaker

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Notes

Don’t overshake
Shake the mixture until chilled. Shaking too long will dilate the shot as the ice cubes start to melt.
Tools
A jigger or cocktail shaker will make things easier, but it’s unnecessary. A jar with a good lid and a kitchen scale will also do the job.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 shots
Calories: 110
Sugar: 17 g
Sodium: 10 g
Fat: 0 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 17 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 0.1 g
Cholesterol: 0 g