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Cherry Bomb

A popular and energetic shot or highball, the Cherry Bomb combines cherry-flavored vodka (or cherry liqueur) with an energy drink, creating a sweet, fizzy, and potent mix often consumed rapidly.

Cherry Bomb
Vodka
Cherry Liqueur
Energy Drink
Shot
Highball
Sweet
Party
4.7 / 5
2 min
Prep Time
Servings
Cherry Bomb
$5.00
Ingredients
0/4 ready
Other
Other
Other
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Step-by-Step Instructions
1

Choose your style (Shot or Highball)

For a 'Bomb Shot': Pour 1.5 ounces (45 ml) cherry vodka (or vodka + cherry liqueur) into a shot glass. For a 'Highball': Fill a highball glass with 1 serving of ice.

💡 Tips:

  • •Ensure all ingredients are well-chilled for the best experience.
Estimated time: less than 1 min
2

Prepare energy drink

For a 'Bomb Shot': Fill a rocks glass or larger beer glass halfway with 4-6 ounces (120-180 ml) chilled energy drink. For a 'Highball': Pour 4-6 ounces (120-180 ml) chilled energy drink directly into the highball glass over ice.

💡 Tips:

  • •The amount of energy drink can be adjusted to your preference.
Estimated time: 1 min
3

Combine and serve

For a 'Bomb Shot': Drop the shot glass of cherry vodka into the energy drink. Consume immediately. For a 'Highball': Pour the 1.5 ounces (45 ml) cherry vodka (or vodka + cherry liqueur) into the highball glass with the energy drink and ice. Stir gently. Optionally garnish with 1 maraschino cherry.

💡 Tips:

  • •The 'bomb' effect is part of the experience, designed for quick consumption.
Estimated time: 1 min
Flavor Profile
Sweet
Fruity (Cherry)
Energetic
Fizzy
Alcohol Content
10-20% ABV (depending on ratios)
Enjoy responsibly!
Fun Fact
The 'bomb shot' style, where a shot glass is dropped into a larger drink, gained significant popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. While its exact origin is unclear, the Cherry Bomb variation is a staple in bars, particularly popular in party settings for its quick kick.
Bartender's Tips
  • 💡If you don't have cherry vodka, use regular vodka and add a splash of cherry liqueur (like Cherry Heering or a cherry brandy) to the shot.
  • 💡Always ensure the energy drink is very cold to keep the cocktail refreshing.
  • 💡Be mindful of the combination of alcohol and energy drink, as it can be potent.
  • 💡Experiment with different energy drink brands for variations in flavor and sweetness.
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