Thirsty Thursday is bringing back childhood memories with a grown-up twist. The Bomb Pop Cocktail layers grenadine, vodka lemonade, and blue curaçao to create those iconic red, white, and blue stripes we all remember from summer days. It’s a showstopper drink that’s as fun to make as it is to sip — perfect for Fourth of July parties or any time you want to add some patriotic flair to your evening.
If you love visually stunning cocktails, try our Cotton Candy Margarita for another Instagram-worthy creation, or the Ginger Grapefruit Paloma for refreshing citrus layers. Both deliver that same wow factor with unique flavor profiles.
Bomb Pop Cocktail
This layered cocktail recreates the iconic popsicle in drink form with beautiful red, white, and blue layers — pure summer fun for adults.
4
servings30
minutes40
minutes300
kcal1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1.5 oz vodka
1 oz blue curaçao
1 oz grenadine
1 oz lemonade
0.5 cup ice
1 slice lemon
Directions
- Fill a glass halfway with ice to prepare for layering your ingredients effectively.
- Slowly pour grenadine over the ice, ensuring it reaches the bottom for the red layer.
- In a separate shaker, mix vodka with lemonade, then carefully layer over grenadine.
- Pour the blue curaçao gently over the back of a spoon to create the blue layer.
- Garnish with a slice of lemon on the rim and serve the cocktail immediately.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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