Jameson Whiskey Jello Shots! These are homemade jello shots with Irish whiskey, fresh lime juice, sugar fresh mint, and gelatin. They’ll be a hit at your next party and perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day!
Who doesn’t love a delicious jello shot? Especially handcrafted, green jello shot squares from fresh lime juice, infused mint water, sugar, gelatin
These would be a great addition to a Saint Patrick’s Day Bar!
How to Make Irish Whiskey Jello Shots
- Place fresh mint leaves in a small dish. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sugar. Using a muddle stick or a wooden spoon, press down on the leaves and twist.
- Repeat the action several times until the mint leaves release oil and smell minty. Set aside.
- Pour water and lime juice into a medium saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin powder over the water,
whisk to combine and let stand 5 minutes.
- Add 1/2 cup of sugar and the muddled mint leaves to the pan. Whisk to combine. Cook mixture over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, whisking gently until mixture is hot and the sugar and gelatin are dissolved.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool for 15 minutes.
- Strain the liquid to remove the mint leaves. Return liquid to the pan and add the whiskey. Add green dye.
- Spray silicone molds with cooking spray to allow easy release after gelatin is set. Wipe the excess spray from the molds.
- Carefully pour
liquid into the molds.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until fully set.
- Remove from molds and place on tray or small appetizer plates. Garnish with mint leaves or edible gold stars! You’ll have the best Jameson Whiskey Jello Shots! for your party!
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If a cocktail is more your style, try our popular and delicious Drunken Leprechaun! Cheers!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, packed
- 1/2 cup + 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 3 drops green food coloring
- 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup Jameson Irish Whiskey
- fresh additional mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Place fresh mint leaves in a small dish. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sugar. Using a muddle stick or a wooden spoon, press down on the leaves and twist. Repeat the action several times until the mint leaves release oil and smell minty. Set aside.
- Pour water and lime juice into a medium sauce pan. Sprinkle gelatin powder over the water; whisk to combine and let stand 5 minutes.
- Add 1/2 cup of sugar and the muddled mint leaves to the pan. Whisk to combine. Cook mixture over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, whisking gently until mixture is hot and the sugar and gelatin are dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 15 minutes.
- Strain the liquid to remove the mint leaves. Return liquid to the pan and add the whiskey. Add green dye.
- Spray silicone molds with cooking spray to allow easy release after gelatin is set. Wipe the excess spray from the molds. Carefully pour liquid into the molds.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, until fully set.
- Remove from molds and place on tray or small appetizer plates. Garnish with mint leaves, or edible gold stars!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Jameson Jell-O Shots
Amount Per Serving (0 g)
Calories 0
% Daily Value*
Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%
Carbohydrates 0g0%
Fiber 0g0%
Sugar 0g0%
Protein 0g0%
Vitamin A 0IU0%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Monique | WritingMonique says
This is really, really cute! These jello shots look amazing!
Ray O"Brien says
I might have to try those for At. Patrick’s day!