Jun 06 2026
RestaurantsFOODLAB: Kitchen + BarTequila Shot Recipe

Tequila Shot Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Tequila Shot Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Your Ingredients

    Gather your tequila, salt, and lime slice. Make sure you have a shot glass ready.

  2. 2

    Apply Salt

    Pour the salt onto a small plate. This will be used to coat the rim of the shot glass.

  3. 3

    Moisten Rim of Shot Glass

    Take the lime slice and run it around the rim of the shot glass to moisten it slightly.

  4. 4

    Coat with Salt

    Dip the moistened rim of the shot glass into the salt on the plate, ensuring it is well coated.

Serving

  1. 5

    Pour the Tequila

    Carefully pour 1 oz of tequila into the prepared shot glass.

  2. 6

    Take the Shot

    To enjoy your tequila shot, lick the salt from the rim of the glass, shoot the tequila, and then bite into the lime slice.

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