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Tequila Jello Shots

Shimmering, jewel-toned jello shots with smooth tequila flavor and bright citrus notes. These party essentials are ridiculously easy to make with just a handful of ingredients and taste way better than bar versions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 24 shots
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 6 ounces lime-flavored gelatin
  • 1 cup cold tequila 100-proof or higher
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons agave nectar or simple syrup
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Lime slices for garnish optional

Equipment

  • 1-cup measuring cup or liquid measure
  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk or stirring spoon
  • Shot glasses or small plastic cups
  • Shallow baking dish or sheet pan
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Heat one cup of water in a small saucepan over high heat until it reaches a rolling boil, about 5 minutes.
  2. Pour the boiling water into a measuring cup and whisk in the lime-flavored gelatin powder vigorously for about 30 seconds until no lumps remain.
  3. Let the gelatin mixture cool at room temperature for about 5 minutes until it's warm but not scalding.
  4. Pour one cup of cold tequila into the gelatin mixture and whisk thoroughly to combine for about 20 seconds.
  5. Whisk in the fresh lime juice and agave nectar or simple syrup until the sweetener is fully dissolved and the liquid is smooth and uniform.
  6. Add a tiny pinch of sea salt and whisk once more to combine.
  7. Carefully pour the liquid into shot glasses or small plastic cups, filling each one about three-quarters full. Place the glasses on a shallow baking dish or sheet pan.
  8. Refrigerate the shots for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is firmly set and jiggles only slightly when you shake the pan.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. These shots can be made up to 5 days ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator. For faster setting, chill the tequila and gelatin mixture in the freezer for 20 minutes before pouring into glasses to reduce setting time to about 2 hours.