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Lemon Shot

The Lemon Shot is a very strong vodka shot, sweet and herbal on the palate. Neat and served in a shot glass.

Flavor profile

Sweet
80 out of 100
Fruity
34 out of 100
Herbal
56 out of 100
Smoky
24 out of 100
Boozy
100 out of 100

How to make a Lemon Shot

To make a Lemon Shot, pour into a shot glass: ½ oz Galliano, ½ oz absolut citron, ¼ oz simple syrup and 151 proof rum. Garnish with lemon.

You'll need

1 drink

Pairs well with: Simple syrup · All syrups

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pour Galliano, Absolut Citron, simple syrup and 151 proof rum into a shot glass.

  2. 2

    Garnish with a lemon wheel.

No simple syrup? Muddle 1 tsp sugar with a splash of water in the glass until it dissolves, then carry on.

Lemon Shot questions

What does a Lemon Shot taste like?

Mostly sweet and herbal, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 45% ABV once mixed.

How strong is a Lemon Shot?

About 45% ABV after pouring, close to a neat spirit.

What glass do you serve a Lemon Shot in?

A shot glass.