Jelly Bean Easter Cocktail

Perfect for Easter brunch, spring celebrations, or whenever you want a festive, candy-inspired cocktail!

Let’s mix one up!

What You’ll Need

• 2 oz vodka
• 1 oz orange liqueur (like triple sec or Cointreau)
• 1 oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 oz simple syrup (or jelly bean-infused syrup, see below!)
• ½ oz grenadine (for color and sweetness!)
• 2 oz club soda or lemon-lime soda (for fizz!)
• Ice cubes

For Garnish:

• Pink sugar (for rim)
• Skewer of jelly beans

Pro Tips

1. Chill the glass! Pop it in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving.
2. Want extra candy flavor? Infuse your simple syrup with jelly beans (see how below!).
3. Prefer a slushy drink? Blend everything with ice for a frozen jelly bean cocktail.
4. Make it non-alcoholic! Skip the vodka and orange liqueur and use sparkling lemonade instead.
5. Go extra festive! Rim the glass with crushed jelly beans instead of sugar.

Tools You’ll Need

• Cocktail shaker
• Cocktail glass
• Small plate for rimming
• Spoon for stirring

Substitutions & Variations

• No alcohol? Use sparkling lemonade and a splash of orange juice.
• Want it creamier? Add ½ oz coconut cream or vanilla creamer.
• More fruity? Swap grenadine for raspberry syrup or peach purée.

Instructions

Step 1: Rim the Glass

Dip the rim of the cocktail glass into lemon juice, then coat it with pink sugar.

Step 2: Fill the Shaker

In a cocktail shaker, add vodka, orange liqueur, lemon juice, simple syrup, and grenadine.

Step 3: Add Ice & Shake

Add ice cubes, seal the shaker, and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.

Step 4: Strain & Pour

Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over fresh ice.

Step 5: Add the Fizz

Top with club soda or lemon-lime soda for a bubbly finish.

Step 6: Garnish & Serve

Skewer a few jelly beans and place them on top of the glass.

How to Make Jelly Bean Simple Syrup (Optional but Fun!)

1. In a saucepan, combine ½ cup water and ½ cup sugar.
2. Add ¼ cup jelly beans (any color) and heat on low until dissolved.
3. Strain out any candy pieces and let cool.
4. Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to a week.

Leftovers & Storage

• Best enjoyed fresh!
• If making a batch, store the mixed ingredients (without soda) in the fridge and shake before serving.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Jelly Bean Easter Cocktail is ready to sip! It’s sweet, colorful, and perfect for celebrating Easter in style. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! 🍹🐣✨