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You all LOVE my Jolly Rancher punch – so I turned it into festive Jolly Rancher shots for your parties! Made with cherry vodka, peach schnapps, cranberry juice, and a candy garnish, these shots are vibrant, fruity, and so fun for any celebration.
If you’re looking for more shot recipes, try my Gummy Bear shot, Birthday Cake Shot and Lemon drop shot.
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Fruity + Refreshing: These taste just like the iconic Jolly Rancher candies – bright, bold, and totally nostalgic, without being overly sweet.
Super Easy to Make: Just four simple ingredients and you’ve got the perfect party shot. No fancy bartending skills required!
Always a Hit: Serve them on a tray with classic Jolly Ranchers and watch your guests light up. These little shots bring the fun every time!
Jolly Rancher Shot Ingredients
Cranberry Juice: Adds tartness and Jolly Rancher flavor to the shot. Opt for sweetened cranberry juice, not the unsweet version.
Peach Schnapps: A sweet, peach-flavored liqueur. It adds a subtle sweetness and fruity flavor to the shot, and the aromatic peachy notes perfectly complement the cherry and cranberry flavors. Additionally, the peach schnapps bring a hint of fruitiness to the mix, enhancing the overall drinking experience.
Apple Vodka: I love its tangy flavor, which adds a nice fruitiness touch. However, you can also use a different flavored vodka, like cherry, raspberry or any flavor you have in mind.
Note: If you want your shot to be more potent, use less cranberry juice and more vodka.
How To Make a Jolly Rancher Shot
Let’s shake things up with this fruity shot recipe! Here’s a step-by-step process, and remember to refer to the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions provided in the printable recipe card at the end of this post.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add the cranberry juice, cherry vodka, and peach schnapps.
- Shake vigorously for 20 seconds so the liquids are well combined.
- Strain into shot glasses.
Recipe Variations
Spicy Twist: Add 2 ounces of ginger juice for a zesty punch.
Flavored Vodka: Opt for a different flavor of vodka, such as Jolly Rancher flavored vodka, green apple vodka, or blue raspberry vodka, to diversify the taste.
Sour Sensation: Replace the peach schnapps with sour apple schnapps for a tart and sweet variation.
Jolly Rancher Vodka
Infuse vodka with Jolly Rancher candies to use for this recipe. Unwrap 15 jolly rancher candies. Then, place candies into the bottle of vodka and let it sit for 24 hours.
The candies will break down and leave you with flavorful vodka! Make different flavors by using different Jolly Ranchers.
Frequently Asked Questions
These shots are made from cranberry juice, pineapple juice, vodka, and Peach schnapps.
You can make these ahead of time. Measure all of the ingredients into a cocktail shaker. Before adding ice, keep the shaker in the refrigerator until you’re ready to use it. When you’re ready to serve, add the ice and shake. Then, strain into shot glasses.
Yes! Swapping cranberry juice for another type can give this shot a fun twist. Just keep in mind: The new juice will change the taste and look, so choose one that complements the vodka and Peach Schnapps.
For more vodka recipes, try my easy vodka soda and the best vodka cocktails at home!
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Jolly Rancher Shot
Ingredients
- 4 ounces apple vodka
- 4 ounces peach schnapps
- 6 ounces cranberry juice
- 4 ounces pineapple juice
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Pour the ingredients into the cocktail shaker.
- Shake for 20 seconds.
- Strain the cocktial into shot glasses.
- Serve with candied ginger.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
These are the best!
I made them as the recipe says. They’re good…but not really Jolly Rancher flavored. Then I read what you wrote and you say CHERRY vodka even though the recipe says apple. I’m perplexed
These are so good!
Nice Post!
These shots were such a fun, yummy addition to our cul-de-sac game night last night. And everyone thought they really tasted like Jolly Ranchers!