A shot of tequila is a great way to kick off a night out. But there’s one specific kind of tequila shot that’s even better: the Orange Shot.
If you’re not familiar with the term, a “shot” is a small amount of alcohol that you drink in one gulp. It’s usually served in a little glass or plastic cup, but it can also be served in a shot glass (which is just a larger version of the same thing).
An Orange Shot of tequila is a small amount of tequila mixed with orange juice. It’s typically served over ice and garnished with an orange slice. It’s delicious and refreshing!
However, many bartenders have experimented with different ratios and ingredients over time—some swapping out the grenadine for simple syrup or even adding lime juice or grapefruit juice—and these variations can lead to some interesting results!
Ingredients of Some Variations for the Orange Shot
The Simple Orange Shot
A shot of tequila, orange juice and ice.
- 1 oz. Olmeca Silver or Reposado
- 1 oz. Orange juice
Combine all ingredients in a shot glass.
The Extra-Alcoholic One
Ingredients:
- 1/2 oz. fresh lime juice
- 1 oz. orange liqueur (substitute triple sec)
- 1 oz. tequila
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously, then strain into shot glasses.
With Grenadine Syrup
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. Olmeca Silver Tequila
- 1 oz. Orange juice
- 1 dash Grenadine syrup
Directions:
Put all ingredients into a shaker, shake, strain and pour into shot glasses.
How to Make a Tequila Shot with Orange and Cinnamon
It’s time to make a tequila shot with orange and cinnamon!
You’ll need:
- 1/2 shot of tequila
- 1/2 shot of orange juice
- 1/2 shot of cinnamon schnapps
- a pinch of cinnamon
- a slice of orange for garnish
- Pour the tequila, orange juice, and cinnamon schnapps into a glass or cup. You can use any type of glass or cup you like! You can even use a plastic cup if you want to! The choice is yours.
- Add water until the drink reaches your desired consistency. If you want your shot to be a little thinner, add more water; if you want it to be thicker, add less water. The choice is yours! Just remember that adding more water will weaken the taste of your drink so don’t go overboard unless you really love watered down cocktails.
- Garnish with an orange slice if desired!
Tips to improve Your Orange Shot
Add lime juice for an extra citrus kick! If you want to add more citrus flavor to your drink, try adding a bit of lime juice instead of just orange juice—it adds another dimension of flavor and makes it even more refreshing!
Forget about salt—it’s just not necessary for this drink. If you don’t like lime juice, try adding some grapefruit juice instead!
If you’re feeling adventurous, try a different citrus flavor instead of orange. Blood orange works well if you’re looking for something more tart than sweet, and grapefruit is an excellent choice if you want something more bitter than tart.
Do not use orange juice that has been sitting in the fridge for more than two days. The fresher the better!
To make sure your shot isn’t too bitter, add just enough sugar so that it doesn’t taste too tart or sour, but don’t overdo it, it can taste too sweet!
Best Tequila for the Orange Shot
You know what’s better than a margarita? A shot of tequila. And you know what’s better than a shot of tequila? An Orange Shot with Olmeca Tequila, of course!
So why not combine the two and make your next party a bit more exciting? You’ll want to serve it up in a big glass, with a slice of orange on the rim. Then, fill it up with Olmeca tequila and let everyone know how to order one for themselves—it’s simple! Just say: “I’d like an Orange Shot please.” If someone asks if they can have one too, just say “of course!”.