Liquid Marijuana Shot Recipe

This liquid marijuana shot is the perfect recipe if you’re into sweet and fruity drinks. Plus, you probably already have all the ingredients in your home bar, especially if you’re a cocktail fan. And best of all, it takes just a few minutes to make!

Why This LIQUID MARIJUANA SHOT Recipe Is The Best

The liquid marijuana shot is a great drink to serve for a night with some friends or if you’re hosting a party.

Also, since its preparation is so simple, you only need to know how to measure, shake, and serve. And that's what makes it great for hosting! You literally can leave the ingredients on the kitchen counter and anyone can prepare their own.

Or, you can prepare it for a round of shots in between cocktails - I think it pairs really well with one of these vegas bomb shots or pink lemonade vodka drinks.

Now, if you're not familiar, this liquid marijuana shot is a blend of sweet and sour flavors with a refreshing finish that everyone will love. And it's pretty much guaranteed to get the good times going.

Now, despite its name, this liquid marijuana drink doesn't actually contain any cannabis or THC. The name "liquid marijuana" comes from its gorgeous green color.

But while it has no “special” ingredients, it will surely get you tipsy, so drink responsibly! 

Now, let’s go straight into the ingredients to make this liquid marijuana shot recipe!

Ingredients

What makes this cocktail recipe so enjoyable and tasty is that it combines equal parts of four different liqueurs.

And if you typically make mixed drinks, you probably have some, if not all, of them on hand.

But, if you don’t, these are pretty easy to find at any liquor store and sometimes even the supermarket. 

Keep in mind, that this liquid marijuanas shot recipe is very particular, so make sure to stick to the recipe. That way you’ll have the sweet, fruity outcome you’re looking for!

Anyway, here's everything you'll need to make 4 shots: 

• 1 oz Midori melon liqueur
• 1 oz coconut rum
• 1 oz melon blue curacao
• 1 oz spiced rum
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 2 tbsp. Sugar
• 1 cup Ice

The only extra supplies you'll need for this liquid marijuana drink are a cocktail shaker, a jigger to measure the liqueurs, and 4 shot glasses. But, if you don't have a cocktail shaker, you can use anything that you can seal a lid on to mix the ingredients.

Now, you can actually make this recipe into a big liquid marijuana cocktail if you want. All you have to do is add all of the ingredients to a cup along with some sparkling water, tonic water, or Sprite, and give it a good mix. 

By the way, if you want to give some more fun shots a try, you have to make these green tea shots, Mexican candy shots, white tea shots, or applesauce shots next!

How To Make Liquid Marijuana Shots

As I mentioned earlier, making this tasty shot is so easy to do and takes minutes. So you can whip up on the spot with friends or before a night out! 

Remember, this recipe will make 4 shots, so if you want to make more, just double or triple the amount of each ingredient used. And of course, if you want to make less just cut the ingredients in half.

Now, let's stop wasting time and get into how to make a liquid marijuana shot!

Step 1: Measure and Combine

First, take out a jigger - or any other liquid measuring cup you have - and measure out the Midori melon liqueur, coconut rum, melon blue curacao, spiced rum, pineapple juice, and lemon juice. Then, pour them into a cocktail shaker.

Next, add the sugar to the cocktail shaker, and give everything a stir until the sugar fully dissolves.

By the way, if you want to make this sweeter, you can add in more sugar, and if you want to make it less sweet, just use less.

Step 2: Shake The Liquid Marijuana Drink Mixture

Now add 1 cup of ice into the cocktail shaker, put the lid on, and shake it up for a minute to mix and combine all of the components together.

And make sure not to shake it too long, you don't want the ice to start melting and water down the shots.

Step 3: Serve The Shots

Now, once this delicious shot is all mixed up, grab four shot glasses, pour the liquid marijuana drink equally into them, and enjoy!

Oh, and if you’re serving this as a cocktail, add some crushed ice to a cocktail glass, and serve the same amount of mixture as if it were a shot. The only difference here is that you'll want to pour the mixer of your choice - any sparkling water or clear soda - in until you finish filling the glass.

Cheers!

Recipe Variations To Try

This recipe is delicious as written, but there are a bunch of fun variations you can try to put your own spin on the Liquid Marijuana Shot. Here are a few creative twists and serving ideas:

• Serve it as a Cocktail: If you’d rather sip this as a longer drink instead of a shooter, you can turn the Liquid Marijuana Shot into a full cocktail. Simply pour the mixed drink (using the same quantities as in the recipe) into an ice-filled highball or Collins glass, rather than shot glasses. Top it off with a splash of something fizzy like lemon-lime soda, club soda, or ginger ale to give it a light sparkle. Now you have a refreshing Liquid Marijuana cocktail that you can sip on. Garnish with a slice of pineapple, a cherry, or even a fun marijuana-leaf stirrer for a playful touch. This tall version is perfect for when you want a larger drink to savor slowly.
• Party Punch Bowl: Making drinks for a crowd? Turn this recipe into a punch! Scale up the ingredients to fit a pitcher or punch bowl – for example, multiply everything by 4 or 6 to make a large batch. Add all the liquors, juices, and sugar to your pitcher and stir until the sugar dissolves (or use simple syrup to make it even easier). Chill it in the fridge until party time. Just before serving, you can add a liter of lemon-lime soda or ginger ale to the punch bowl to give it some fizz and additional volume. Add some fruit garnishes, such as pineapple chunks, orange slices, or maraschino cherries, floating on top for a festive look. Guests can ladle out their own Liquid Marijuana party punch, and you’ll have a signature green drink for the occasion. This is perfect for events like backyard barbecues, St. Paddy’s parties, or any time you need a fun large-format cocktail. (Just be sure to label it clearly since the green color might intrigue people – you want them to know it’s boozy, not a real “herbal” concoction!)
• Liquid Marijuana Jello Shots: For an extra-fun party treat, try turning this cocktail into Jell-O shots. To do this, you’ll basically make a gelatin version of the drink. Heat up about 4 ounces of pineapple juice (you can include the lemon juice in this measurement) and dissolve a packet of unflavored gelatin into it (typically one packet gelatin to 1 cup liquid total). Instead of cold water for the second part of the Jello mix, use an equal mix of the liquors (Midori, blue curaçao, coconut rum, spiced rum – keep the ratios the same as the drink). Stir in a tablespoon or two of sugar to sweeten, as Jell-O shots taste best with a hint of sweetness. Pour the mixture into small shot cups and let them set in the refrigerator for a few hours. The result is eye-catching green liquid marijuana jello shots that taste almost like the drink, but in wiggly, boozy bite-sized form. These are always a hit at parties – just keep them away from unsuspecting kiddos, because they definitely contain alcohol!
• Try Different Spirits: While the classic Liquid Marijuana Shot is made with the combination of rums and melon liqueur, you can experiment with other spirits for a twist. One popular variation uses whiskey and tequila in place of the rums. For example, swap in 1 ounce of whiskey (like Jim Beam or Jack Daniels) and 1 ounce of silver tequila instead of the coconut and spiced rum. Keep the blue curaçao, melon liqueur, and juices the same. This version ends up a bit stronger and less sweet, with the whiskey’s oak and tequila’s agave giving a bold kick to the flavor. It’s not the traditional recipe, but some bartenders serve it this way and it’s an interesting variation if you prefer those spirits. Similarly, you could try using vodka in place of one of the rums (say, coconut rum) to tone down the sweetness – the drink will still be green and fruity, just slightly less coconut-forward. Feel free to play around with the base spirits to suit your taste, but keep the blue curaçao and Midori if you want that color and core flavor to stay true.
• Non-Alcoholic “Mocktail” Version: If you want the fun of a Liquid Marijuana drink without the alcohol (maybe for guests who don’t drink or for a themed baby shower or just to sip on a Monday night), you can make a mocktail inspired by it. Obviously, since the main ingredients are liquors, it won’t be exactly the same, but here’s a tasty green mocktail idea: In a shaker with ice, combine 2 ounces of pineapple juice, 1 ounce of orange juice, 1 ounce of coconut water (or a dash of coconut extract for flavor), ½ ounce of fresh lemon juice, and ½ ounce of blue curaçao syrup (this is a non-alcoholic syrup used in beverages – if you can’t find it, use a few drops of blue food coloring and a bit of orange extract or orange juice for flavor). Shake well and strain into a glass. You’ll get a sweet-and-tangy bright green drink that looks the part of a Liquid Marijuana cocktail. For extra melon flavor without alcohol, you could add a splash of melon syrup or use Midori-flavored gummy candy as a garnish. This virgin variation is great for inclusive parties so everyone can have a pretty green drink (just maybe call it a “Weedless Green Punch” or something fun, since Liquid Marijuana Mocktail sounds a bit contradictory!).

Liquid Marijuana Shots FAQS

Does a Liquid Marijuana Shot contain real marijuana?

No, absolutely not. Despite the eye-catching name, the Liquid Marijuana Shot (sometimes also called a “liquid marijuanas shot” by some) does not contain any marijuana or CBD/THC. There are no cannabis ingredients at all. It’s purely named for its bright green color and the laid-back “chill” vibe the drink gives off. The cocktail is made only with alcoholic ingredients (rum, liqueurs, juice, etc.) and is completely legal everywhere. So you can enjoy this fun green shot without worrying – it’s all booze and no bud.

What is a Liquid Marijuana Shot made of?

A traditional Liquid Marijuana Shot is made with equal parts of four liquors – typically melon liqueur (like Midori), coconut rum, spiced rum, and blue curaçao – plus pineapple juice and a bit of sweet and sour. Our recipe uses fresh lemon juice and sugar as the “sweet and sour” component (which is basically the same as sweet-and-sour mix) to give it that perfect balance.

When you shake these ingredients together, you get a striking green shooter that’s sweet, fruity, and packs a tropical punch. In summary, the key ingredients are: melon liqueur, blue curaçao, coconut rum, spiced rum, pineapple juice, and lemon (or sour mix). There’s no actual marijuana in it, just a mix of delicious liquors and juice that happen to turn green!

What does a Liquid Marijuana Shot taste like?

It tastes sweet, fruity, and tropical. If you’ve never had one, imagine a blend of melon, pineapple, and coconut with a hint of citrus – it’s like a cross between a melon punch and a tiki cocktail, but in a concentrated shot form. The Midori melon liqueur gives a candy-like melon sweetness, the blue curaçao adds a touch of orange citrus, the coconut rum brings creamy coconut notes, and the pineapple and lemon add a refreshing tangy finish.

Despite having multiple liquors, the taste of alcohol is very mild – it’s masked by the fruity flavors, so it goes down smooth. Most people say it’s dangerously delicious because you hardly taste the booze; it’s a bit like drinking a popsicle or a tropical juice cocktail. In short, a Liquid Marijuana Shot tastes sweet-and-sour, tropical, and very easy to drink – a real crowd-pleaser if you like fruity drinks.

How strong is a Liquid Marijuana Shot?

The Liquid Marijuana Shot is relatively moderate in strength for a shooter – it’s strong, but not as harsh as a straight shot of hard liquor. Because it’s mixed with juice and sweet liqueurs, the overall alcohol by volume (ABV) is lower than a pure spirit. In fact, one shot (about 1.5-2 ounces of this cocktail) contains a combination of liquors roughly equivalent to a single standard drink. It’s probably on par with drinking a glass of wine or a light cocktail in terms of alcohol content.

That said, it can sneak up on you since it’s so tasty and easy to sip. If you have multiple Liquid Marijuana Shots, you’ll definitely feel it. Always enjoy responsibly: even though it tastes like candy, it does have a decent amount of alcohol. If you’re making a larger cocktail out of it, that’s like a full drink, so treat it as you would any other mixed drink. The bottom line: it’s potent enough to have fun, but not so strong that it burns going down. Pace yourself, especially because the sweetness can mask the alcohol.

Can I make Liquid Marijuana Shots in advance or for a crowd?

Yes! If you want to serve these at a party, you can absolutely scale up the recipe and even mix it ahead of time. To make a big batch, just multiply the ingredients by the number of shots you want to serve. For example, to make about 12 shots, use 3 oz of each of the four liquors (melon liqueur, blue curaçao, coconut rum, spiced rum), 6 oz of pineapple juice, and 3 oz of lemon juice (with about 6 tablespoons of sugar, or sweeten to taste). Mix all the liquids and sugar in a pitcher, then cover it and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.

When it’s party time, give the mixture a good stir or shake, then pour into individual shot glasses over ice (or shake with ice in batches to get it extra cold, then strain into shot glasses). Making it in advance actually helps – it allows the flavors to meld in the fridge, and you can easily pour out shots on demand. Just remember to stir again before serving, as the heavier ingredients might settle a bit. If you want to present it fancy, you can rim the shot glasses with sugar or garnish each shot with a small piece of pineapple or a lime wedge.

Also, consider serving a pitcher of the mixture alongside a bucket of ice and shot glasses, so guests can help themselves throughout the party. One more tip: Because this drink has fruit juice, try to use the batch within a day (for freshness). And don’t add ice to the big pitcher if you’re not serving immediately, because it will dilute the mix – keep the ice separate and add it when pouring the shots. Enjoy your party! 

My Final Thoughts On This Liquid Marijuana Recipe

So, that's how to make a liquid marijuana shot!

This fun drink has become extremely popular recently, and for good reason. It's sweet and sour, with a delicious flavor, and it's a pretty strong shot, so you won't need to take many to start feeling tipsy.

As I mentioned, if you'd like to enjoy this as a cocktail, it pairs well with ice and your preferred mixer.

Anyway, I hope you enjoy this liquid marijuanas shot! If you make it, leave a comment below and let us know what you think.

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By the way, if you want to try some different types of drinks, you have to make this chocolate mudslide and espresso martini. They're both one-of-a-kind mixed drinks that are so tasty. For another shot recipe, give this Cinnamon Toast Crunch shot a try.

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