Green Tea Shot Recipe – Ingredients in the Jameson Shot

A green tea shot is a classic in the cocktail world. Also known as a Jameson green tea, this whiskey-based shot is not as healthy as it sounds! This is one of the simplest but most effective shots you can make.

But what are the ingredients required for the best green tea shot recipe and how do you make it?

Green Tea Shot

What Does A Green Tea Shot Taste Like?

A green tea shot is a refreshing mix of sweet and sour citrus flavors. It packs a punch from the whiskey but it is masked quite well, for those who don’t like straight alcohol, by the peach schnapps, soda, and sour mix.

This is a great shot recipe for parties as it is both an easy drinker and easy to make. It is similar but far more popular than the white tea shot.

Tools Required

  • Shot Glass
  • Shaker
  • Strainer

What Is In A Green Tea Shot?

  • Jameson Whiskey
  • Lemon-Lime Soda (Sprite)
  • Peach Schnapps
  • Sour Mix

Does A Green Tea Shot Contain Green Tea?

Despite its name, this extremely popular shot does not actually contain any green tea. The name is derived from the look and color of the drink rather than its ingredients.

How To Make A Green Tea Shot?

Follow the recipe below to prepare your own Green Tea Shot. 

Green Tea Shot Recipe

A green tea shot is a classic in the cocktail world. Also known as a Jameson green tea, this whiskey-based shot is not as healthy as it sounds! This is one of the simplest but most effective shots you can make.

Type: Shot

Cuisine: Alcohol

Keywords: Green Tea Shot

Recipe Yield: 1

Preparation Time: 4 mins

Total Time: 4 mins

Recipe Ingredients:

  • 1/4 oz Jameson Irish Whiskey
  • 1/4 oz Peach Schnapps
  • 1/4 oz Sour Mix
  • Dash of Lemon-lime Soda

Recipe Instructions:
Step 1: Combine the Jameson, schnapps, and sour mix in a shaker over ice.
Step 2: Shake for at least 15 seconds.
Step 3: Pour into shot glass, leaving enough space for a dash of soda.
Step 4: Add soda to top off the shot glass
Step 5: Enjoy.

Editor's Rating:
4.16