Kamikaze Shot
The Kamikaze Shot is a popular layered shooter cocktail, not a food dish, originating in the United States during the 1970s. It is typically made by layering equal parts vodka, triple sec, and fresh lime juice, often served chilled in a shot glass. Its name is a playful, if controversial, reference to the Japanese WWII kamikaze pilots, reflecting a bold, sharp flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a sugary alcoholic beverage, the Kamikaze Shot is high in simple carbohydrates and provides no significant protein, fat, or fiber. A single shot contains roughly 100-120 calories, derived almost entirely from alcohol and sugar.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Potassium | 25 mg |
| Folate | 1 mcg |
| Calcium | 3 mg |
Per 1 shot (45 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the shot is a staple of American bar culture and is often associated with party scenes. Nutritionally, its primary contribution is 'empty calories' from alcohol and sugar, offering minimal micronutrients beyond trace amounts from the lime juice.
