Green Tea Shot

Name: Green Tea Shot
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Irish whiskey — 15 ml; Peach schnapps — 15 ml; Lime juice (freshly squeezed) — 10 ml; Sugar syrup — 5 ml; Lemon-lime soda (Sprite/7-Up) — 15 ml

A fruity, bubbly and refreshing cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 12.5%

Ingredients

~95 kcal per serving

Servings

Irish whiskey15 ml
Peach schnapps15 ml
Lime juice (freshly squeezed)10 ml
Sugar syrup5 ml
Lemon-lime soda (Sprite/7-Up)15 ml

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Shake all ingredients with ice: Irish whiskey 15 mlPeach schnapps 15 mlLime juice 10 mlSugar syrup 5 mlLemon-lime soda 15 ml
Fine strain into the chilled glass
Top with Lemon-lime soda

History

Green Tea Shot is a modern bar favorite that, despite its name, contains no tea at all. Blending Irish whiskey, peach schnapps, citrus, and lemon-lime soda, it mimics the soft, slightly earthy sweetness people associate with green tea while remaining squarely in the sweet–sour shooter family. Light, fruity, and easy to drink, it has become a go-to choice for group orders and casual celebrations. Its balance of sweetness, mild tartness, and gentle whiskey warmth makes it broadly appealing.