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Pink Starburst Cocktail
Fun and fruity, Pink Starburst Cocktail is an adult twist on a favorite pink candy. This sweet cocktail tastes just like your favorite pink Starburst flavor.
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Fun and fruity, Pink Starburst Cocktail is an adult twist on a favorite pink candy. This sweet cocktail tastes just like a pink Starburst.
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Pink Starburst Cocktail
Who wouldn’t want a cocktail that tastes just like your favorite Starburst flavor? Made by infusing vodka with Starburst candies, this mixed drink is perfect for sharing with friends.
As with other candy vodka infusions, the Starburst candied vodka needs to be 24 hours in advance. Once you are ready to make the cocktails, the rest of the ingredients can be whipped up in just 10 minutes.
Whether you enjoy sipping your pink cocktail by the pool or at an adult birthday party, this pretty pink cocktail is a fun choice for any celebration. Make it a happy hour by pairing your cocktail with some delectable appetizers like Hot Crab Dip or Crockpot Cocktail Links.
Pink Starburst Cocktail Ingredients
- Vodka - clear rum
- Starburst - pink Starburst candy
- Juice - orange juice
- Juice - strawberry-kiwi juice or punch
- Soda - lemon-lime soda
- Food coloring - red food coloring, optional
The pink Starburst makes a very pretty pink cocktail all on its own, but the food coloring does make the color more vibrant. Serve your fun fruit cocktail with a side of extra pink Starburst candies and a striped straw.
You could use other flavors of pink juice, but strawberry-kiwi juice allows the flavor of the Starburst candy to come through the best. You can also skip the orange juice, but it does add a little more flavor to the cocktail.
Prevent your cocktail from getting too watered down by using frozen orange juice ice cubes instead of the plain ones. The strawberry flavor of the pink Starburst does come through, so if you prefer watermelon or a different candy flavor, you can dissolve that candy into the vodka or rum.
How to Make Pink Starburst Cocktail
FIRST STEP: Place 8 pink Starburst candies into a jar or container with a lid. Pour 8 ounces of vodka/rum over the Starburst and cover the container with an airtight lid. Allow the candies to dissolve in the alcohol for about 24 hours. Stir or swirl occasionally to help combine the mixture.
SECOND STEP: When you are ready to make the cocktails, fill the glasses with ice.
THIRD STEP: Add 2 ounces of candy alcohol to each glass.
FOURTH STEP: Pour 2 ounces of orange juice and 2 ounces of strawberry-kiwi juice into the glass. Top with lemon-lime soda.
FIFTH STEP: For a more vibrant pink color, add just a drop of red food coloring and stir into the drink.
SIXTH STEP: Serve with a side of pink Starburst candies.
How long does the candied alcohol last?
Starburst-infused alcohol can be kept in a jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Give it a good stir once you are ready to use it.
What flavor of juice should I use?
Strawberry Kiwi allows the flavor of the Starburst candy to come through more so than with other juices types of pink juice.
Do I have to add food coloring?
The food coloring makes the color more vibrant, but the candies make a pretty pink cocktail without it as well.
How to Store Pink Starburst Cocktail
IN THE FRIDGE: Candied alcohol can be stored in a jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make sure to stir the mixture once you are ready to use it.
Pink Starburst Cocktail
Fun and fruity, Pink Starburst Cocktail is an adult twist on a favorite pink candy. This sweet cocktail tastes just like your favorite pink Starburst flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 day 10 minutes
Servings 4 cocktails
Ingredients
- 8 ounces vodka or clear rum
- 8 pink Starburst candy (plus more for garnish)
- 8 ounces orange juice
- 8 ounces strawberry-kiwi juice or punch
- 8 to 12 ounces of lemon-lime soda
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Place 8 pink Starburst candies into a jar or container with a lid. Pour 8 ounces of vodka/rum over the Starburst and cover the container with an airtight lid. Allow the candies to dissolve in the alcohol for about 24 hours. Stir or swirl occasionally to help combine the mixture.
- When you are ready to make the cocktails, fill the glasses with ice.
- Add 2 ounces of candy alcohol to each glass.
- Pour 2 ounces of orange juice and 2 ounces of strawberry-kiwi juice into the glass. Top with lemon-lime soda.
- For a more vibrant pink color, add just a drop of red food coloring and stir into the drink.
- Serve with a side of pink Starburst candies.
Nutrition
Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 212mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 113IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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