Ingredients
For the Shot:
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1 oz cotton candy vodka (or vanilla vodka for a milder twist)
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½ oz sour apple schnapps
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½ oz blue curaçao
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½ oz watermelon pucker (or cherry liqueur)
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Splash of lemon-lime soda or soda water (for fizz)
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Dash of grenadine (for visual layering)
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Ice (shaken or built over)
For the Rim:
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Simple syrup or lemon juice (to stick the garnish)
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Crushed jawbreakers or pop rocks candy
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Optional: Edible glitter or colored sugar
Optional Garnishes:
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Mini jawbreaker candy on a cocktail pick
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Cotton candy puff
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Glow-in-the-dark stirrers
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Neon shot glasses
Instructions
Step 1: Prep Your Rim
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Pour crushed candy or pop rocks onto a small plate.
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Lightly dip each shot glass rim into simple syrup or lemon juice, then dip into the candy to coat the edge.
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Set aside to dry slightly.
Step 2: Layer Your Liquids
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In a shaker filled with ice, combine cotton candy vodka, sour apple schnapps, and blue curaçao.
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Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until chilled.
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Strain halfway into shot glasses.
Step 3: Add the Burst
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Gently pour watermelon pucker or cherry liqueur for a swirling effect.
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Carefully drizzle a small amount of grenadine to settle at the bottom for a “shock” of color.
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Finish with a splash of lemon-lime soda to add bubbles and make the colors dance.
Step 4: Garnish & Serve
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Drop in a mini jawbreaker or candy stick.
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Add a pinch of edible glitter or cotton candy on top if serving immediately.
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Serve with a neon straw or glow stirrer for maximum party vibes
Notes
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Layering tip: To create distinct layers, pour each liquor slowly over the back of a spoon.
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Crushing candy: Use a food processor or rolling pin to gently crush jawbreakers or pop rocks.
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Make-ahead tip: You can rim the glasses and mix the base liquid in advance. Just add the soda and garnishes right before serving to maintain fizz
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 12g