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Boozy Gummy Bear Recipe

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This is an easy recipe for how to make Boozy Gummy Bears. They are super easy to make and are the perfect addition to any adult party.

Looking for some other alcoholic beverages? Try these: Grapefruit Sparkler and Black Cherry Lemonade Bourbon Slush.

A glass container full of vodka gummy bears

Vodka Gummy Bears

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Who doesn't want to be the awesome person that shows up at the party with a big old container of Vodka Soaked Gummy Bears? This is hands down the best way to be the instant life of the party. It’s like a gummy bear shot, but in candy form!

Last time I made these, my husband thought it would be a great idea to make 5 pounds worth! Silly husband. While in some ways it was a good idea because they were delicious and dangerously addictive, we then had a container of left over Boozy Gummy Bears in our fridge and during the week I'm just not about that life.

I've always referred to these as Rummy Bears because I've only ever tried them with rum. But a while back at a girls night, my friend Allison made them with whipped cream flavored vodka. Since I'm not a huge rum fan, you can imagine my joy when I tasted these with vodka. I had initially been worried that they would be too sweet, but the whipped cream flavor went perfectly with the gummy bears!

A hand holding a toothpick with a boozy gummy bear on it with a bunch of the gummy bears behind it.

Tips for how to make vodka gummy bears

  • You'll want to make these in a glass bowl because plastic affects the texture of the gummy bears.
  • Pour the vodka over the gummy bears until it just covers them.
  • Be sure you give yourself a few days before your party as these are optimal 3 days after you pour in the vodka (stir it once or twice a day).
  • I like to serve these with a little cup of toothpicks right next to the serving dish to keep things clean.

Ingredient information that's helpful to know:

  • Gummy Bears: You can use regular Haribo gummy bears, but I like the fancy ones with a million different flavors. I get them in my grocery store's bulk food section, but you can click here to purchase these gummy bears.
  • Whipped Cream flavored vodka: While you can totally use whatever flavor of vodka you prefer, I always make these with Pinnacle Whipped Vodka, which is whipped cream flavored.

An overhead image of the corner of a glass container of vodka gummy bears

Do gummy bears soaked in vodka get you drunk?

If you eat too many in quick succession then yes, they will get your drunk. As with any alcoholic beverages and food items, moderation is advisable.

Should I keep vodka gummy bears in refrigerator?

Yes, until serving.

Is there a way to avoid sliminess?

Although I haven’t personally found them to be slimy (though they are slightly wet since you’re soaking them in liquid) One of our gracious readers, Teela, shared that using sugar-free gummy bears helps eliminate the goo- give it a shot!

How strong are vodka gummy bears?

These tend to be pretty strong and pack quite the punch.

Can I make vodka gummy bears in plastic or metal?

I wouldn’t advise it, specifically in plastic as it adversely affects the texture. I’ve never tried metal, so I can’t speak to that but if you try it, please comment and let me know how it goes.

How long do alcohol gummy bears last?

They can last up to a week but are optimal 3 days after starting the soak.

Can you freeze them?

You can put them in the freezer, but I'd be shocked if they fully freeze because they contain so much alcohol.

Can I use a different type of alcohol?

You totally can. I bet champagne gummy bears would be delicious!

An image of a hand with a toothpick stabbing into a boozy gummy bear.

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A square image of a hand holding a toothpick with a boozy gummy bear on it with a bunch of the gummy bears behind it.

Vodka Gummy Bears

Jessy Freimann
This is an easy recipe for how to make Vodka Gummy Bears. They are super easy to make and are the perfect addition to any adult party. These are made with Whipped Cream Flavored Vodka, but you can use any alcohol that you'd like.
5 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Soaking time 3 days
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Gummy bears
  • Whipped cream flavored vodka

Instructions
 

  • Place the gummy bears in the glass bowl.
  • Pour the vodka over the gummy bears so that it covers them.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 3 days, stirring once or twice daily.
  • Serve but be careful because these pack quite the punch!
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  1. KC the Kitchen Chopper says

    These are so fun and "cute to boot". I'll be keeping these in my for the 4th! :)
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    • Jessy says

      Thank you- enjoy! :)
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      • Elizabeth says

        I made these but they turned into one solid mass . Any idea why , I thought maybe my gummy bears were too fresh and soft . We cut them into squares and they tasted fine just not as cute as the Bears .
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        • Jessy says

          Hi Elizabeth- I'm sorry to hear that! How odd, ours didn't start turning into one big mass for about a week later (we were actually using toothpicks to eat them with no issues). What kind of gummy bears did you use? Maybe certain brands react differently to the booze? Ours were from our bulk food's section at Wegman's, the ones with a wider variety of flavors. Also, what vessel did you store them in? Could it be a possible reaction to the container material? I'm sorry I don't have a better answer for you.
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  2. Erlene says

    I've seen these before and have always wanted to try making them. Maybe this weekend will be the time. Thanks for sharing your recipe.
    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thank you- I hope you enjoy!
      Reply

  3. Stephanie says

    Wow! Sounds like an easy item that will be the hit of any adult party!
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    • Jessy says

      It was super easy! :)
      Reply

  4. Joy @ Joy Love Food says

    I've never heard of boozy gummy bears, what a fun party idea!
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    • Jessy says

      Thanks- they were tasty and fun :)
      Reply

  5. Nicky @ Little Family Adventure says

    I'd love to the the person who brings boozy gummies to a party. I hope your friend will love Austin. It's a great town.
    Reply

    • Jessy says

      I think they're really excited and I'm glad they'll be living in a place that I've always wanted to visit :)
      Reply

  6. Betsy @ Desserts Required says

    I'm so confused....what was the problem with a ton of Boozy Gummy Bears in the fridge all week?!? I think these sound fabulous.
    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Haha it's an excellent problem to have, but I'll never get any work done during the day if I enjoy them all week!
      Reply

  7. Diane says

    This is a first for me. The idea of gummies and Vodka....never thought of that. They look like little jewels! Great Party idea!
    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thank you- they were delicious little jewels!
      Reply

  8. Gwen @simplyhealthyfamily says

    I'd love to have that problem! what a fun party favor!!
    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thanks- they were pretty tasty!
      Reply

  9. Jenn @ Organized Home Organized School says

    I am so trying these! What a unique idea.....or maybe I'm just late finding out about them. How did you keep the kids out of the candy? ;-)
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    • Jessy says

      Thank you- they're delicious but dangerous :) Luckily, all of the kids in attendance can't even walk yet. I still haven't thought about how to keep them away in the future...
      Reply

  10. Tamara says

    Do you lay these out on a single layer?
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    • Jessy says

      Hi Tamara- I haven't found it necessary to keep them in a single layer. The first time we made these, we had so many gummy bears that it would have required a TON of vessels to have one single layer (my husband got a little excited and bought a 5 lb. bag). I hope that helps!
      Reply

  11. Alix @A Hedgehog in the Kitchen says

    These are such a great idea! Can't wait to try them!
    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thank you :) Enjoy!
      Reply

  12. Jerome says

    Made these yesterday and they turned into a huge mono colored glass dish of goo. You could still see the gummy bears but, they were ins a heavy gello like syrup. I got them out of the bulk bin at Cub Foods. Don't know if the gelatin or sugars were breaking down. It was so bad I couldn't even strain them out. They were in a layer of about three deep so I'm going to try them again with a single layer.
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    • Jessy says

      Bummer! I'm sorry to hear that this happened. It sounds like you used a glass dish so that's probably not it. I've only done it with the gummy bears that have a ton of flavors as opposed to the usual gummy bears. I don't know if that would affect it. Let me know how it goes with the single layer.
      Reply

    • Jessy says

      Also, did you stir them periodically? That helps too.
      Reply

  13. Teela says

    The goo comes from the sugar... Always use sugar free bears :)
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    • Jessy says

      Interesting, I never would have guessed but it makes sense! I'll add a note to the recipe- thanks for the info, Teela :)
      Reply

  14. Allison says

    Do they need to be refrigerated?
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    • Jessy says

      Yes.
      Reply

  15. Katie A says

    What brand of gummy bears did you use?
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    • Jessy Freimann says

      I got them from the bulk section at my local grocery store so I don't know the exact brand but there were a ton of flavors, not just the usual 5 or 6 flavors like you find with Haribo. I think the ones I had are comparable to these Happy Yummies Worlds Best Tasting Gourmet Gummies Super Bear Assortment (that's an affiliate link). I hope this helps :)
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  16. Brittany Cole says

    Can you reuse the vodka that is left over ?
    Reply

    • Jessy Freimann says

      I don't see why not- although I'd probably keep it refrigerated and try to use it quickly.
      Reply

  17. Anthony says

    Wow this is a dangerously good idea!
    Reply

    • Jessy Freimann says

      Thank you!
      Reply

  18. Karen says

    I just tried this recipe, and I used Haribo gummy bears and Pinnacle Whipped vodka in a glass casserole dish. They turned out great! I made them to bring to a party, and I bought little condiment cups with lids and put about 5 bears in each. Kept guests hands clean and was pretty sanitary (due to covid). Excellent recipe 😁
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    • Jessy Freimann says

      Karen that is SUCH a brilliant idea! Thanks for sharing :)
      Reply

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