Bright, fruity, and layered with patriotic nostalgia, this Bomb Pop Cocktail Recipe brings serious fun to any party or summer celebration. Inspired by the iconic red, white, and blue popsicle, this drink is a crowd-pleaser with both its visual appeal and sweet, citrusy flavor. Made with grenadine, lemon vodka, and blue curaçao, it’s perfectly layered to resemble the frozen treat you loved as a kid—now in cocktail form. Whether you’re mixing up drinks for the Fourth of July, a summer BBQ, or a throwback-themed bash, this colorful cocktail delivers fireworks in every sip.
Ingredients
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1 oz grenadine (red layer)
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1 oz lemon vodka or citrus vodka (white layer)
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1 oz blue curaçao (blue layer)
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2 oz lemonade
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Ice
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Lemon slice or cherry (for garnish)
Preparation
Step 1: Fill the glass with ice
Use a tall, clear glass (like a Collins or highball) and fill it all the way with ice. Crushed ice works best for controlling the layering, but cubed ice also works.
Step 2: Add the grenadine
Pour 1 oz grenadine slowly into the bottom of the glass. Let it settle to create the bold red base.
Step 3: Mix vodka and lemonade
In a shaker or measuring cup, mix 1 oz lemon or citrus vodka with 2 oz lemonade. Stir gently.
Step 4: Layer the vodka mix
Using the back of a spoon, slowly pour the vodka-lemonade mixture over the ice so it floats above the grenadine. This forms the “white” middle layer.
Step 5: Add the blue curaçao
Again using the back of a spoon, carefully pour 1 oz of blue curaçao on top to complete the layered effect.
Step 6: Garnish and serve
Add a lemon slice or maraschino cherry for a colorful garnish and serve immediately with a straw.
Variation
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Frozen Bomb Pop: Blend each layer separately with ice and layer them in a tall glass
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Boozier Version: Add an extra ½ oz vodka for a stronger middle layer
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Sweet Bomb Pop: Use raspberry or strawberry vodka instead of lemon for extra fruitiness
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Fizzy Finish: Add a splash of lemon-lime soda or sparkling water to the top
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Mocktail Version: Use cranberry juice, lemonade, and blue sports drink for a non-alcoholic version
Cooking Note
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The key to perfect layers is density—grenadine is heaviest, followed by lemonade-vodka, and blue curaçao is lightest
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Pour each layer slowly over the back of a spoon resting against the inside of the glass
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Use chilled ingredients so the ice doesn’t melt too quickly and blur the colors
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Clear glasses show off the layered effect best
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If making a batch, assemble each drink individually for the best look
Tips
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For dramatic layers, use crushed ice and chill each component before assembling
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Prepare garnishes before mixing to serve immediately once built
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Don’t shake or stir the final drink if you want to preserve the layered colors
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Freeze your glasses in advance to keep drinks colder longer without diluting
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Use pipettes or syringes for precision layering at parties
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Nutritional Information
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Calories: 180
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Protein: 0g
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Fat: 0g
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Carbohydrates: 20g
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Sugar: 17g
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Sodium: 5mg
Note: Nutritional values vary based on mixers and garnishes used
FAQs
How do I keep the layers from mixing?
Pour slowly and use the back of a spoon. Also, keep all ingredients and the glass very cold before layering.
Can I make this into a punch?
Yes, but you’ll lose the layered effect. Mix equal parts grenadine, lemonade-vodka, and blue curaçao over ice for a party punch.
What’s the best vodka to use?
Citrus or lemon vodka works best, but plain vodka also works if that’s what you have.
Can I make it sweeter or more tart?
Adjust the lemonade and grenadine ratios to your preference. You can also use flavored lemonades for variety.
Can I use something besides blue curaçao?
Blue raspberry syrup or a blue liqueur substitute works, though the flavor and color may differ slightly.
Conclusion
This Bomb Pop Cocktail Recipe is equal parts nostalgic, eye-catching, and refreshingly delicious. With bright red, white, and blue layers that mirror the classic ice pop, it’s a total showstopper for summer gatherings, patriotic parties, or any time you want a cocktail that doubles as a conversation piece. Easy to build, fun to drink, and endlessly adaptable, the Bomb Pop Cocktail brings sweet memories and bold flavor to every sip. Cheers to grown-up popsicles done right!
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Bomb Pop Cocktail Recipe
- Total Time: 5 min
Ingredients
Ingredients
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1 oz grenadine (red layer)
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1 oz lemon vodka or citrus vodka (white layer)
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1 oz blue curaçao (blue layer)
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2 oz lemonade
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Ice
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Lemon slice or cherry (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Fill the glass with ice
Use a tall, clear glass (like a Collins or highball) and fill it all the way with ice. Crushed ice works best for controlling the layering, but cubed ice also works.
Step 2: Add the grenadine
Pour 1 oz grenadine slowly into the bottom of the glass. Let it settle to create the bold red base.
Step 3: Mix vodka and lemonade
In a shaker or measuring cup, mix 1 oz lemon or citrus vodka with 2 oz lemonade. Stir gently.
Step 4: Layer the vodka mix
Using the back of a spoon, slowly pour the vodka-lemonade mixture over the ice so it floats above the grenadine. This forms the “white” middle layer.
Step 5: Add the blue curaçao
Again using the back of a spoon, carefully pour 1 oz of blue curaçao on top to complete the layered effect.
Step 6: Garnish and serve
Add a lemon slice or maraschino cherry for a colorful garnish and serve immediately with a straw.
Notes
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The key to perfect layers is density—grenadine is heaviest, followed by lemonade-vodka, and blue curaçao is lightest
-
Pour each layer slowly over the back of a spoon resting against the inside of the glass
-
Use chilled ingredients so the ice doesn’t melt too quickly and blur the colors
-
Clear glasses show off the layered effect best
-
If making a batch, assemble each drink individually for the best look
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 0g