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This is the ultimate green tea shot recipe! The combination of Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, sour mix, and a splash of lemon-lime soda tastes like a perfectly sweetened iced green tea. Make them at your next event – everyone will love these!
See recipe card below for full list of measurements, ingredients, and instructions.
A Note from Cheryl
You’re probably wondering, what is a green tea shot? It’s one of the most popular party shots in bars across America, despite having zero actual tea in the recipe. This incredibly smooth shot gets its name from the pale green color that happens when you mix Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix together. Think of it as the new lemon drop shot!
Why This Recipe is So Good
- You can whip up a batch of these green tea shots in literally 2 minutes, making them perfect for spontaneous get-togethers or when you want to get the party started!
- The combo of Irish whiskey and peach schnapps creates this incredible balance where you get the warmth of whiskey without the harsh bite. The sour mix and Sprite add just enough sweetness and fizz to make it a fun conversation starter.
- Whatever you’re hosting: a game night, celebrating with friends, or setting the mood for date night, these shots hit the right spot, delicious without being too intense, flavorful without being complicated. For real!
Pro Party Move!
You want to create the perfect party atmosphere, and cocktails are always served with appies!
This deelish green tea shot drink pairs well with these starters: Warm Truffle Baked Burrata with Crostini, Baked Stuffed Shrimp, Antipasto Salad with Easy Italian Vinaigrette, and 2-Ingredient Bacon-Wrapped Dates (with Stuffed Option).
Mix up the cocktails and serve these refreshing Raspberry Cocktails with Rosemary alongside the shots. If you have guests who don’t drink alcohol, this Cucumber Ginger Mocktail is a massive hit!
What You Need to Know Before You Start
- Don’t skimp on the ice when you’re shaking—you want lots of it to get that perfect chill and slight dilution that makes these shots so smooth. The colder, the better!
- Give it a good vigorous shaking for 10-15 seconds (shake it like you mean it!). You’re not just mixing; you’re creating that frothy texture that makes each shot feel special.
- While store-bought sour mix works in a pinch, making your own sour mix with fresh lemon and lime juice takes these shots from good to absolutely incredible. Trust me on this one!
- To be the hostess with the mostest, chill your shot glasses. Pop them in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving; it’ll make the shots taste amazing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Green tea shot ingredients are super simple and straightforward. Just combine Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, sour mix, and a splash of Sprite. That’s it!
It takes less than 2 minutes to make this shot. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add 1/2 oz Irish whiskey, 1/2 oz peach schnapps, and 1/2 oz sour mix. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well chilled, then strain into a shot glass. Finish with a splash of Sprite and serve immediately. The key is using plenty of ice and shaking hard to get that perfectly smooth, chilled texture.
The spirits can be pre-mixed and chilled, but add the Sprite right before serving to maintain the fizz and prevent dilution.
I recommend it because of the freshness factor, and it’s better than store-bought. Mix equal parts fresh lemon juice, lime juice, and simple syrup, and you’ve got a tasty sour mix on hand.
This recipe makes one shot, but it’s super easy to multiply for however many guests you’re serving.
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Making changes to a recipe can result in recipe failure. Any substitutions or variations listed are simple changes that I believe will work in this recipe, but results are not guaranteed.
Green Tea Shots
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker with built-in strainer (or separate strainer)
- Shot glasses
- Jigger or measuring cups (for 1/2 oz measurements)
- ice
Ingredients
- ½ ounce Irish whiskey
- ½ ounce peach schnapps
- ½ ounce sour mix (see notes)
- splash of Sprite
Instructions
- Fill cocktail shaker with plenty of ice.
- Add Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix to shaker.
- Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into shot glass.
- Top with a splash of Sprite and serve immediately.
Approximate Information for One Serving
Nutrition Disclaimers
Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.
Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.
To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.
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