Green tea shots are a fun, fruity drink that tastes sweet and slightly tangy. Even though the name says “green tea,” this shot doesn’t contain tea — it’s a simple mix of Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix. It’s perfect for parties, celebrations, or a quick nightcap.
Why Make This Recipe
This recipe is quick, easy, and always a crowd-pleaser. It takes only a few ingredients, and you can make one shot or a whole batch for guests in minutes.
How To Make Green Tea Shot
Ingredients:
- ½ oz Irish whiskey (Jameson is the classic choice)
- ½ oz peach schnapps
- ½ oz sour mix (store-bought or homemade)
- Ice (for shaking)
- Optional: splash of lemon-lime soda (Sprite/7UP) for a “mini cocktail” version
Directions:
3-Step Directions:
- Add ingredients: Add Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix into a cocktail shaker.
- Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake hard for about 10–15 seconds until very cold.
- Strain + serve: Strain into a shot glass. (Optional: pour over ice in a small glass and add a splash of lemon-lime soda.)
Prep Time And Nutrition Facts
This shot takes about 2–3 minutes total to make. It makes 1 shot, and each shot is roughly 90–120 calories depending on the sour mix and schnapps you use.
How To Serve Green Tea Shot
Serve immediately while it’s cold. You can also serve it as a small cocktail over ice with a splash of lemon-lime soda.
How To Store Green Tea Shot
Green tea shots are best fresh. If you need to prep ahead, you can mix the whiskey + peach schnapps and store in the fridge for up to 2–3 days, then add sour mix and shake with ice right before serving.
Tips To Make Green Tea Shot
- Use a jigger to keep the flavor balanced (equal parts is the key).
- Shake well so it’s cold and smooth.
- If you don’t have sour mix, mix lemon juice + lime juice + simple syrup.
- Chill your shot glasses for an extra nice finish.
Health And Benefits Of This Recipe
This drink is a fun treat for social moments. If you want a lighter option, use homemade sour mix with less sugar or turn it into a taller drink with soda and ice.
Variation (If Any)
- Green Tea Cocktail: Make the shot, pour over ice, add lemon-lime soda.
- Stronger version: Use 1 oz whiskey, ½ oz schnapps, ½ oz sour mix.
- Sweeter version: Add a small splash of extra peach schnapps.
FAQs
- Why is it called a green tea shot if there’s no tea? It’s named for the light green color, not the ingredients.
- What whiskey is best for a green tea shot? Jameson is the classic choice, but any Irish whiskey works.
- Can I make this without sour mix? Yes — use lemon juice + lime juice + simple syrup.
- Can I make a big batch for a party? Yes. Multiply the recipe and shake in batches with ice.
- Is a green tea shot strong? It’s moderate — it tastes sweet, so it can feel lighter than it is.
- Can I turn this into a cocktail? Yes. Serve over ice and add lemon-lime soda.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic version? You can make a “mocktail” style drink using peach juice/nectar + sour mix + soda (it won’t taste exactly the same but it’s still fruity and fun).
Green Tea Shot
Ingredients
Method
- Add Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix into a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake hard for about 10–15 seconds until very cold.
- Strain into a shot glass. (Optionally, pour over ice in a small glass and add a splash of lemon-lime soda.)
