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Four pink Starburst-inspired cocktail shots with sugar-rimmed glasses, each garnished with skewered pink Starburst candies. More pink Starbursts are scattered on the table in front of the drinks, with a hexagon-tiled wall and deep purple cloth in the background.
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Pink Starburst Shot

Every time I bring these out, people immediately ask for the recipe before the tray hits the table. If you’re looking for a fun shot that doesn’t taste like straight alcohol, this is it. If you grew up trading for the pink Starburst in the bag, these shots are going to make you feel seen. It’s creamy, fruity, and way too easy to sip. You don’t need a bunch of fancy ingredients either, just a few basics.
Course cocktails, Drinks, shots
Cuisine American
Keyword how to make a pink starburst shot, pink starburst drink, pink starburst shot
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 shot
Calories 181kcal
Author Brandi Crawford

Ingredients

  • 1 oz vanilla vodka
  • 1 oz watermelon puckers (or strawberry schnapps)
  • ½ oz sweet & sour mix

Instructions

  • You want that shot nice and cold, so don’t skip the ice.
  • Add vanilla vodka. This gives it that creamy, candy-like base.
  • Add watermelon schnapps (or strawberry schnapps). This brings in the fruity pink Starburst flavor. Use whichever you prefer or have on hand.
  • Add sweet & sour mix. This adds the tang to balance out the sweetness.
  • Shake it up. Put the lid on and shake for about 10–15 seconds, until everything is chilled and well mixed.
  • Strain into shot glasses. Pour into your shot glasses.
  • Optional garnish: You can skewer a mini pink Starburst or rim the glass with sugar if you want to dress it up.

Notes

You can use regular vodka, but vanilla really gives it that candy-like flavor. If you’ve got plain vodka and some vanilla extract or syrup, a tiny splash will help mimic the flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shot | Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 1g