Gummy Bear Cocktail: For Grown Ups Only
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This gummy bear cocktail is a fun and fruity drink that literally tastes like liquid gummy bears. However, unlike the colorful candy, this drink is for grown ups only.
After buying a bag of gummy bears as part of our exploration of the best candy in the world, we wondered what to do with the extra bears. We didn’t have to think too long or hard to come up with the idea of using them to create one of our most colorful cocktails ever.
Yes, for us, it’s a slippery slope between candy and cocktails. But this cocktail tastes surprisingly good. It invokes the inner child while satisfying adult needs. It’s also a fun drink to serve at Halloween parties.
What Is the Gummy Bear Cocktail?
The gummy bear cocktail is a sippable version of the colorful, chewy candy. Crafted with two liquors (citrus vodka and peach schnapps) plus cranberry juice and grenadine, it’s a potent punch that’s suitable for grown ups only.
Gummy bears aren’t just this cocktail’s inspiratio. They’re also an integral part of the cocktail’s recipe. Not only do they add color, but the chewy little cubs are fun to nibble. Whether you drop your teddies into the cocktail before you eat them is up to you.
History of Gummy Bears
Haribo started selling gummy bears called Goldbären in Germany more than a century ago. Despite the German name that literally translates to gold bears, these gummies are sold in a rainbow of colors around the world. Interestingly, Haribo’s gummy bear flavors aren’t the same in every country. The US flavors are lemon, orange, pineapple, raspberry and strawberry while the German version includes apple.
Other candy brands have jumped onto the bandwagon and sell gummy bears in different colors, flavors and sizes. Many, like Haribo, also sell gummy candies shaped like berries, birds and worms.
Ingredients
You need the following ingredients to craft a gummy bear cocktail:
Ingredient quantities are detailed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Craft a Gummy Bear Cocktail
When you’re ready to take your gummy bear passion to the next level, the first step is to measure the gummy bear cocktail’s four liquids, immediately pouring each into a cocktail shaker. We use a Japanese jigger to ensure accurate measurements and clean pours.
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Add a handful of ice cubes and shake until the four liquids are chilled and combined (approximately 10 seconds).
Strain the shaken liquids into a coupe glass.
Place a selection of gummy bears on a cocktail pick and garnish the glass with your colorful creation.
Pro Tip
Dip the gummy bears into the cocktail to create a boozy bonus treat.
Variations
Since the gummy bear cocktail isn’t an official IBA cocktail, feel free to experiment with this recipe. Here are some ideas to get your creative juices flowing:
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Gummy Bear Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounces citrus vodka
- 1 ounce peach schnapps
- 1 ounce cranberry juice
- 1/4 ounce grenadine
- 8 gummy bears (garnish)
- ice cubes (for shaking)
Instructions
- Pour the four liquids into a shaker.
- Add a handful of ice cubes and shake until the liquids are combined and chilled (approximately 10 seconds).
- Strain into a coupe glass.
- Garnish with 8 gummy bears skewered on a cocktail pick.
Nutrition
💡 Frequently Asked Questions
The gummy bear cocktail is a fun and fruity libation that’s crafted with two liquors (vodka citron and peach schnapps) plus cranberry juice and grenadine. A colorful gummy bear garnish completes the recipe.
Vodka Citron, Peach Schnapps, Cranberry Juice, Grenadine, Gummy Bears (garnish) and Ice Cubes (for shaking)
The gummy bear cocktail is shaken, not stirred.
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