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Jolly Rancher Drink

A vibrant, refreshing drink made by dissolving Jolly Rancher candies into a fruity syrup, then mixed with vodka and lemon-lime soda for a sweet, nostalgic beverage.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 2 cocktails
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6 to 8 Jolly Rancher candies
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 4 ounces Sprite or lemon-lime soda
  • 1 cup ice
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cocktail shaker
  • Shot glasses or cocktail glasses
  • Strainer
  • Jigger

Method
 

  1. Select 6 to 8 Jolly Rancher candies of your preferred color or mix for a rainbow effect.
  2. Measure 1/4 cup water and pour into a small saucepan.
  3. Heat the water over medium heat until small wisps of steam appear, about 2 minutes.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the Jolly Rancher candies to the hot water.
  5. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula for 1 to 2 minutes until the candies fully dissolve into a smooth syrup.
  6. Let the syrup cool for 1 minute at room temperature to avoid melting the ice.
  7. Fill two cocktail glasses with ice cubes (about 1 cup total).
  8. Divide the syrup equally by pouring about 1 tablespoon into each glass.
  9. Add 1 ounce vodka and 2 ounces Sprite or lemon-lime soda into each glass over the ice.
  10. Gently stir each drink for about 5 seconds to combine syrup, spirit, and soda. Taste and adjust sweetness or dilution as desired.

Notes

Store any leftover candy syrup in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks and warm slightly before using.