A fizzy and tart-tasting treat, the Orange Tea Shot will brighten your mood with a little whiskey and peach schnapps.
The moment they stepped into this run-down watering hole, the music stopped. All heads turned from their drinks and low conversations to stare at the dusty and road-worn stranger that just walked through a poor excuse for a door. On their head, a pair of flight goggles. Around their neck, a long silk scarf that hung in a gloriously ragged and elegant fashion. High and heavy boots thundered on the floorboards as the stranger sauntered up to the bar, swatting away grime off of a weathered leather aviator’s jacket.
A silence followed, with everyone in the tavern feeling slightly uneasy. Was this person a danger, or just another adventurer passing through their little hamlet on the way to whatever fortune and glory the wilds beyond potentially held? They would all discover soon enough.
A hand slammed down on the bar top, leaving behind some golden doubloons. The barkeep’s peepers widened as the light from the coins danced in the eyes of all who saw them. The stranger smiled slightly, and pleasantly intoned a few simple words.
“It’s tea time.”
The bartender eyed the stranger suspiciously, but smiled all the same, nodding their head. A shaker and a shot glass appeared, along with ice, some peach schnapps and a bottle of whiskey… which had an orange on the label. These elements were shaken together, poured in the little glass and then topped with a bubbly lemon-lime soda.
The thirsty stranger downed the shooter in one gulp, which was followed by a refreshed sigh. “I flew thousands of miles to have this Orange Tea Shot that all my compatriots keep talking about.”
The barkeep leaned in closer with anticipation. “And?”
The stranger lowered their goggles and started toward the door. Before exiting, they turned for a moment.
“I’ll be back for another.”
What Is The Best Whiskey To Use In An Orange Tea Shot?
For an Orange Tea Shot, we’ll need an orange-infused whiskey. Our recipe recommends a bottle of smooth and citrusy Jameson Orange, and that’s what I used when treating a few friends to this concoction. Cask & Crew also make an orange dram, and if you prefer bourbon, so does Jim Beam.
Ingredients
- 1/2 ounce orange-flavored whiskey like Jameson Orange
- 1/2 ounce peach schnapps
- 1/4 ounce sour mix
- 1/4 ounce lemon-lime soda to top
- 1 small orange wedge for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the orange-flavored whiskey, peach schnapps, and sour mix.
- Shake well and strain into a shot glass.
- Top with a splash of lemon-lime soda and garnish with a small orange wedge.
Nutrition
FAQs & Tips
WHAT GLASSWARE AND GARNISH ARE USED?
Chill a shot glass for up to 30 minutes in your freezer, and once your drink is poured in, garnish with an orange wedge.
CAN YOU STORE THE ORANGE TEA SHOT?
No. Because the finished product features a carbonated ingredient, it is best to prep and serve these shots fresh and not store them in advance.
HOW MANY CALORIES ARE IN AN ORANGE TEA SHOT?
Each shot will be about 100 calories, so keep that number in mind the more you have.
THERE’S NO ACTUAL TEA IN THE ORANGE TEA SHOT?
None whatsoever. This recipe follows a tradition of other alcoholic treats being referred to as a tea without actually including any.
Other Shots Worth Trying
When the bell on the backyard table rings and it’s time for everyone at the barbecue to take a shot, what’s getting poured into the glasses? Maybe just some straight liquor, or a mixture of something, perhaps? How about a shooter that favors the Orange Tea Shot that we looked at today? If that sounds good to you, check out some of these tart and sharp little gulpers.
- White Tea Shot – Replace the whiskey in today’s shot with vodka for a little White Tea.
- Kamikaze Shot – This popular recipe is easy to make and slam.
- Lemon Drop Shot – Vodka, lemon juice and sugar craft a flavor you won’t forget.
- Lime Drop Shot – Too busy for a full-size cocktail? Have one of these mini Vodka Gimlets.
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