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Jolly Rancher Drink

A vibrant cocktail that tastes just like liquid Jolly Rancher candy, perfect for parties and nostalgic sipping.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 glass
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 ounces vodka
  • 0.5 ounces peach schnapps
  • 2 Jolly Rancher candies crushed
  • 2 ounces cranberry juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Splash of soda water optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • Jigger for measuring spirits
  • Bar spoon or regular spoon for stirring
  • Rocks glass or highball glass
  • Strainer if using a cocktail shaker
  • Cutting board
  • Small crushing tool or hammer

Method
 

  1. Place two Jolly Rancher candies on a cutting board and crush into small pieces using a hammer or crushing tool.
  2. Add crushed ice or ice cubes to a rocks or highball glass.
  3. Pour 1.5 ounces vodka into the glass using a jigger.
  4. Pour 0.5 ounces peach schnapps into the glass.
  5. Add the crushed Jolly Rancher pieces directly into the glass with the spirits.
  6. Pour in 2 ounces cranberry juice and stir gently to combine.
  7. Stir the mixture for about 15–20 seconds with a bar spoon until all candy pieces dissolve.
  8. Top the drink with a splash of soda water if desired.
  9. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more juice, soda water, or crushed candy as needed before serving.

Notes

Serve immediately over fresh ice and garnish with additional crushed candy if desired.