Jameson Green Tea Shot Recipe
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Jameson Green Tea Shot Recipe
Description
The Jameson Green Tea Shot Recipe mixes 3 ounces of Jameson whiskey, peach schnapps, simple syrup, and the juice of lemon and lime in a cocktail shaker. After shaking with ice or chilled ingredients, the drink is poured into glasses rimmed with a sugar and lime zest mixture and topped with Sprite to add a bubbly, citrus finish. The resulting cocktail balances the warmth of whiskey and sweetness of schnapps with bright citrus and refreshing sprite, creating a fruity yet smooth drinking experience.
The sugar and lime zest rim enhances each sip by contrasting sweetness with tang. Serving the cocktail cold, optionally chilled glasses, keeps it crisp and refreshing. Garnishing with lime wedges adds a fresh aroma and a squeeze of citrus can be added to taste. This drink is ideal for those who enjoy mixed shots blending whiskey with fruity flavors and a fizzy twist.
To serve, pour into shot glasses rimmed with lime zest and sugar, topping with Sprite. This cocktail is often enjoyed quickly but offers a layered flavor of sweet, tart, and lightly fizzy that refreshes the palate.
Chilling ingredients and glasses beforehand improve the experience by maintaining cold temperature and preventing dilution. Using fresh juices for lemon and lime highlights the citrus notes essential to the drink's character.
Ingredients
- 3 oz whiskey brand Jameson
- 3 oz Peach Schnapps
- 4 oz Sprite
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 lime juiced
- 2 tbsp sugar for rim, zest of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp lime for rim, zest of 1 lime
Instructions
- Add whiskey, peach schnapps, simple syrup, and the juice of a lemon and lime to a cocktail shaker. Shake for 20-30 seconds until combined. Optional: wse the juiced lime rinds to rim the shot glasses. Dip in a lime zest + sugar mixture.
- Pour into the rimmed glasses. Top each with Sprite and serve the shots with lime wedges and enjoy! Please drink responsibly.
Notes
- Keep all ingredients well chilled for best flavor and temperature; chill shot glasses if possible.
- If ingredients are not cold, add ice to the shaker when mixing and strain before serving.
- Rimming glasses with a mix of sugar and lime zest enhances the tart and sweet contrast.
- Serve with lime wedges to allow added fresh citrus aroma and optional squeezing.
- For a longer drink variation, add ice to a glass and top with Sprite, club soda, or lemonade.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 89 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 shot | |
| Calories | 89kcal | 4% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 9mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.