Method
Mix Ingredients:
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add 2 oz of vodka, 1 oz of melon liqueur, and 6-8 oz of cranberry juice.
Shake:
- Shake the mixture well to combine the flavors and chill the drink.
Serve:
- Strain the mixture over fresh ice in a glass.
Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet, fruity flavors.
Nutrition
Notes
The Story Behind the Cocktail The Jolly Rancher cocktail is a modern classic that was born in the era of candy-themed drinks. It's not a historical drink from a specific bar but a fun and creative concoction that became popular because of its uncanny resemblance in taste to the candy it’s named after. The mix of fruity schnapps and vodka creates a sweet and sour flavor that is reminiscent of the hard candies.
Tips for a Perfect Cocktail
- Customize Your Flavor: The beauty of this cocktail is its versatility. You can use different fruit schnapps flavors to create a wide range of "Jolly Rancher" colors and tastes, from watermelon and grape to cherry and blue raspberry.
- Make It Bubbly: For a fizzy and lighter version, you can swap the cranberry juice for a clear soda like lemon-lime soda or sparkling water.
- Jolly Rancher Infusion: For a super-intense Jolly Rancher flavor, you can infuse vodka with the candies themselves. Just add 10-15 candies to a bottle of vodka, let them dissolve for 24 hours, and use that as the base for your cocktail.
- Is this a strong drink? The Jolly Rancher is a moderately strong cocktail. The sweet, fruity flavors can mask the alcohol, but it is a potent drink and should be consumed responsibly.
- What does a Jolly Rancher cocktail taste like? It's a sweet, fruity, and tangy cocktail. The primary flavors are green apple and peach, with a tart kick from the cranberry juice, all blended with a crisp vodka base.