Mandarin Shot
Zesty, refreshing, and delightfully simple, the Mandarin Shot is the perfect balance of sweet citrus and vibrant acidity, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion. Crafted with fresh mandarin oranges, a splash of lemon juice, and a hint of honey, this quick, no-cook recipe comes together in just 5 minutes. Serve it as a wholesome mocktail or elevate it with a chilled vodka kick for a sophisticated twist. Strained for a silky-smooth finish and garnished with fragrant mint leaves, this easy citrus shot is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfectly portioned for two, it’s ideal for sharing and impressing guests. Try this refreshing mandarin concoction for a burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds tingling!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Mandarin oranges
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 ounce Chilled vodka (optional)
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
- 2 pieces Mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the mandarin oranges and remove any seeds.
Place the mandarin orange segments, lemon juice, and honey into a blender.
Blend until smooth, ensuring the mixture is well combined.
If you’re including vodka, add it to the blender and pulse a few times to mix.
Strain the blended mixture using a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl or measuring cup to remove any pulp.
Fill two shot glasses with ice cubes and pour the strained liquid evenly into each glass.
Garnish each shot with a mint leaf on top for added aroma and visual appeal.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 304 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
