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Lime Drop Shots

Posted by Jessica Pinney on April 9, 2020, last updated October 17, 2020

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Lime drops are a simple shot with fresh lime juice, vodka, and simple syrup. A great mix of sweet and sour flavors. Very refreshing!

A single lime drop shot in a square glass on a black background with two limes.

We’ve been doing a lot of virtual happy hours with our friends and I’ve been trying to switch up whatever we’re drinking each time. We’re mostly trying to use whatever liquors and mixers we already have, so I’ve been really into simple cocktails and shots. 

Luckily our backyard is full of citrus trees, so limes are never in short supply. Vodka is the MVP of liquors, so our bar always has plenty of that. It only made sense to try and whip up some lime drop shots.

Ingredients

  • Lime Juice – It is important to use fresh lime juice because pre-bottled contains preservatives that alter the flavor. An inexpensive handheld citrus juicer makes it easy.
  • Vodka – I use non-flavored vodka in my lime drop shots but flavored versions like vanilla, lime, orange, or cake are also good options.
  • Simple Syrup – I like to use vanilla bean simple syrup in these shots but non-flavored also works well. If you don’t have simple syrup, you can use white sugar – just be sure to mix well so it dissolves.

3 lime drop shots in square glasses on a black background.

More Shot Recipes

  • Neapolitan Shots
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Other Drinks with Lime Juice

  • Cherry Limeade Cocktail
  • Caipirinha Coffee Cocktail
  • Green Juice Margaritas

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Lime Drop Shots

Lime drops are a simple shot with fresh lime juice, vodka, and simple syrup. A great mix of sweet and sour flavors.

  • Author: Jessica Pinney
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Drinks
  • Cuisine: American
A single lime drop shot in a square glass on a black background with two limes.
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Ingredients

4 oz Lime Juice

4 oz Vodka

2 oz Simple Syrup

Ice

Lime Wedges for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Add all ingredients (except lime wedges) to a cocktail shaker and shake until well mixed.

Pour into 4 shot glasses and garnish with a small lime wedge if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 111

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  1. Carly says

    September 13, 2020 at 6:02 pm

    Love this! Way better than a lemon drop.

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