These easy Jolly Rancher shots are fruity, smooth, and not overly sweet. Apple vodka, peach schnapps, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice create a sweet-tart, candy-inspired shot that's ready in just five minutes.
Add 4 ounces apple vodka, 4 ounces peach schnapps, 6 ounces cranberry juice, and 4 ounces pineapple juice.
Shake vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds, until the shaker is very cold.
Strain into six shot glasses and serve immediately.
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Vodka: Apple vodka gives these the classic sweet-tart candy flavor. You can experiment with other fruit-flavored vodkas, like cherry, raspberry, watermelon, or green apple.
Cranberry juice: Use sweetened cranberry juice rather than unsweetened so the shots aren’t too tart.
Serve cold: Shake for the full 15 to 20 seconds and serve immediately. For extra-cold shots, chill the shot glasses for about 10 minutes first.
Make ahead: Combine the apple vodka, peach schnapps, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice without ice and refrigerate. Shake with ice just before serving.
Candy rim: Crush Jolly Rancher candies and use them to rim the shot glasses for a fun party version.
Stronger shots: Reduce the cranberry juice slightly rather than adding more vodka so you don't overpower the fruity flavor.