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Soaking gummy bears in vodka creates an adult twist on a popular snack, and some mighty tipsy bears! You can also use other gummy candies, like worms, in the recipe. And just like people, expect the bears to swell slightly as they soak up that vodka. (Expect the bears to have a hangover the next day, too).
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 2-3 days
- Total time: 2-3 days
Things You Should Know
- Soak your gummy bears in vodka for at least 2 days to infuse them.
- Taste a gummy bear on the second day to see if they’ve absorbed enough vodka for your liking.
- You can drink any of the leftover vodka from the bowl if you’d like.
Ingredients
Servings: 30-40
- 3 pounds gummy bears
- Vodka
Steps
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1Place the gummy bears into a glass bowl.
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2Pour just enough vodka into the bowl to cover the gummy bears completely.[1]Advertisement
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3Cover the bowl in plastic wrap. Place the covered bowl in the refrigerator. Allow the gummy bears to infuse for 2 days.
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4Taste a piece of the candy on the second day. Decide if it has sufficient vodka flavor for your liking. If not, then allow the candies to soak for an additional day.
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5Remove the gummy bears from the bowl using a slotted spoon, if needed. The gummy bears will have absorbed most, if not all of the vodka.
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6Serve the gummy bears immediately. If you have a little bit of leftover vodka, simply pour the vodka into a glass if you want to drink it. Otherwise, discard the vodka–whatever is left over will not be of a quality you'll want to use for mixed drinks.
Community Q&A
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QuestionCan I just put them in a mason jar with lid instead of bowl and saran wrap?
Community AnswerSure, but it's going to be somewhat hard to get them out of it. While you could strain them, you would probably end up with goo if you aren't really careful and chunks in your strainer, even if you are taking care. -
QuestionCan I put them in sandwich baggies and take them out on the lake or should I just leave them in a cooker?
Community AnswerYes, you can put them in plastic sandwich bags once the vodka is soaked into the gummies. They may melt if they get hot, however. -
QuestionDo I need to put it in the fridge or can I leave it out at room temperature?Community AnswerYou can leave it out, but the bears will be more squishy than if refrigerated.
Warnings
- Vodka soaked gummy bears will produce an effect in the body quickly, just like drinking the spirit. Pace yourself while eating them.⧼thumbs_response⧽
- These are not candies for kids for an obvious reason, vodka. Keep these candies away from children.⧼thumbs_response⧽
Things You'll Need
- Glass bowl
- Plastic wrap
- Serving dish
- Glass (optional)
References
About This Article
To make vodka gummy bears, empty a bag of gummy bears into a medium-sized bowl. Then, pour vodka into the bowl, stopping when the gummy bears are completely submerged in the liquid. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 days so the bears can soak up the vodka. On the second day, taste a bear to see if it’s strong enough, and remove the rest of them with a slotted spoon to serve! For tips on reusing the leftover vodka after you serve the gummy bears, scroll down!
