Gummy Bear Drink With Boozy Gummy Bears
Sweet and boozy gummy bears are an easy and nostalgic treat. Try them in my gummy bear drink which is sweet, fruity, and tastes just like your candy.
I love fun and unique cocktails. I've previously shared one-of-a-kind drinks like mudslide milkshakes and birthday cake shots. This gummy bear drink is my new favorite. I've also included a recipe for rum-soaked gummy bears or as my family likes to call them "rummy" bears. They will absorb the liquid and turn into little boozy snacks, too. What's not to love? They will take you back to the days of eating gummy bears without a care in the world.These are the perfect addition to any alcoholic beverage or a fun treat during an adult event. You’ll not only love how easy they are to make, but you’ll also totally dig the flavor!
It is perfect for: bachelor/bachelorette parties, 21st birthdays, pool parties, or even brunch at home.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Pineapple Rum: I used Bacardi pineapple. Other fruity flavors like strawberry, mango, or even dragon fruit would be good, too.
- Use Leftovers In: Pina Coladas, Bahama Mamas, or this Fish Bowl drink.
- Coconut Rum: I like Malibu.
- Use Leftovers In: Mix up the Hurricane or Hippie Juice with some tropical flavor.
- Peach Schnapps: I'm partial to Dr. McGillicuddy's.
- Also Great In: Peach Sangria or Bellinis
- Cranberry Juice: Use your favorite flavor. I used White Cranberry.
Gummy Bear Tip
I used Haribo's original gummy bears. Be warned: cheaper brands may get mushy. You can use other gummy candies too.
FAQs
Avoid soaking them longer than the time recommended. They can absorb too much liquid and become soggy.
Don't Forget To Stir: Stir once or twice daily to prevent them from sticking together. If they do stick together, rinse with water.
Yes! They're absorbing a few grams of 70-proof alcohol, so these will pack a boozy bite. The longer the they soak in the rum, the more alcohol they’ll soak up.
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also pop them in the freezer if they seem too sticky.
️Krystle's Tips️
- Don't Overfill: Add just enough alcohol for them to be covered, but not swimming.
- Use a toothpick or cocktail skewer for a cute presentation.
- Make Clear Ice: Make ice using boiled or filtered water for crystal clear cubes.
- Top It Off: Add lemon-lime soda such as sprite for a bubbly cocktail.
- Storage Note: Be sure to clearly label and store high out of reach of little hands as these are for adults only.
Don't THrow Away Your Gummy Bear Liquid
Add it to another cocktail or try it in a boozy dessert.
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Gummy Bear Cocktail
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Ingredients
For the Boozy Gummy Bears
- 1 Bag Gummy Bears
- 1 ½ Cups Pineapple Rum
For the Cocktail
- 1 ½ Ounces Malibu Rum
- 1 Ounce Peach Schnapps
- 1 Ounce Cranberry Juice
- Boozy Gummy Bears For Garnish
Instructions
For the Gummy Bears
- Pour the gummy bears into a glass bowl. Add enough rum to cover them.
- Cover and let stand for around 12-24 hours.
For the Cocktail
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the rum, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice.
- Shake well.
- Pour over a glass filled with ice and garnish with more gummy bears.
- Serve and enjoy responsibly.
Notes
- Gummy Bears: I used Haribo's original gummy bears. Be warned: cheaper brands may get mushy.
- Pineapple Rum: I used Bacardi pineapple.
- Peach Schnapps: I'm partial to Dr. McGillicuddy's.
- Cranberry Juice: Use your favorite flavor. I used White Cranberry.
- Don't Forget To Stir: Stir once or twice daily to prevent them from sticking together. If they do stick together, rinse with water.
- Don't Overfill: Add just enough alcohol for them to be covered, but not swimming.
- Don't Throw Away the Liquid: Add it to another cocktail or try it in a boozy dessert.
- Use a toothpick or cocktail skewer for a cute presentation.
Nutrition
I like the addition of gummy bears in the drink. I and husband enjoyed it.
Wow thank you for my new favorite recipe. Really cool they absorb the booze.
Such a fun way to jazz up a cocktail! I love gummy bears and this goes together perfectly!
This was such a fun drink! I made them last night and I'm about to make another. So good!
What a fun cocktail! My friends loved the flavor and enjoyed the novelty of the gummies in the drink.
Tried this with my friends and everyone loved the fun twist with the boozy bears, and it definitely added a fun vibe to the night.
These gummy bears are so fun! I'll be making them for all my parties this year!
You had me on this! Can't wait to try it!
Okay this is too fun! Love these flavors!
wow! This is an interesting cocktail! I will make it for the next party!
My friend always brings these to parties and they are so good!
Oh my! My siblings would surely love this!
Now that's how you do a party. Probably have to be careful with how many of them you eat, though. Lampshades start going on heads. It's craziness. LOL