Apple / Orange Shot Recipe

Time10m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Juices & Base

Sweetener & Brightener

Method

Prepare Juices

1

Strain if needed

If you pressed your own apple or orange juice, strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp for a smooth shot. Measure 1 cup apple juice and 1/2 cup orange juice.

2

Combine the apple juice and orange juice in a small jug or cocktail shaker.

Mix & Sweeten

3

Add 2 tablespoons cold water to slightly loosen the concentrated juices so the shot pours easily.

4

Stir in 1 teaspoon honey or agave and 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice. If using grated ginger, add 1/2 teaspoon now for a warming spice note. Stir or shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until honey is fully dissolved.

Finish & Serve

5

Taste and adjust: if too tart, add another 1/2 teaspoon sweetener; if too sweet, add a few drops more lemon juice.

6

If you want a spirited shot, add 1 tablespoon vodka or tequila and stir once to combine.

7

Rim the shot glass with a tiny pinch of cinnamon (optional) or sprinkle the pinch into the mixture and stir. Pour the mixture into two chilled 1.5-oz shot glasses (or one larger 3-oz glass).

8

Garnish each shot with an orange twist or a thin apple slice on the rim and serve immediately.