Firecracker Pop Cocktail: Red, White & Boozy

This bold and colorful firecracker pop cocktail is the ultimate summer party drink it’s fun, festive, and gives serious bomb pop nostalgia. Inspired by those iconic red, white, and blue ice pops, this layered cocktail is a vibrant mix of berry vodka, citrusy lemonade, sweet grenadine, and a splash of blue curaçao.

Top it with a real bomb pop popsicle, and you’ve got a showstopping drink that’s as Instagram-worthy as it is delicious. I first served this on the Fourth of July and watched it disappear in seconds so trust me, it’s a hit.

Why You’ll Love This Drink

• Bright, colorful, and so fun to serve for parties or BBQs
• Easy to make with just a few ingredients and a popsicle
• Layered look is gorgeous and gets better as it melts
• Can easily be made as a mocktail for all ages

Simple Ingredients

• Grenadine: for a sweet red layer and that classic firecracker look
• Lemonade: adds tartness and soft contrast to the bold flavors
• Red, White & Berry Vodka: brings a sweet berry-citrus flavor
• Blue curaçao: tops it off with color and tangy orange notes
• Bomb Pop popsicle: iconic garnish that adds extra flavor as it melts
• Ice: helps separate layers and keep it icy cold

Recipe Time Details

Servings: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

What is Needed

• 1 oz grenadine
• 3 oz lemonade
• 1 oz Red, White & Berry vodka
• 1/2 oz blue curaçao
• 1 Bomb Pop popsicle
• Ice

Instructions

1. Fill a tall glass halfway with ice.
2. Pour grenadine into the bottom of the glass.
3. Slowly pour lemonade over the back of a spoon to create a second layer.
4. In a shaker, gently mix vodka and blue curaçao.
5. Slowly layer this blue mixture on top using the spoon trick again.
6. Place a Bomb Pop popsicle upright in the glass as garnish.
7. Serve immediately with a straw and watch it melt into sweet, slushy fun.

Garnish Tip

Use the Bomb Pop as both a garnish and a flavor bomb it’ll melt into the drink and add extra sweetness and color.

Make It Boozy or Not

• Alcoholic: Follow the recipe using vodka and blue curaçao.
• Non-Alcoholic: Skip the vodka and curaçao use berry lemonade and blue sports drink for colorful layers!

Top Tips

• Pour slowly and use a spoon to help keep layers separate
• Chill ingredients ahead of time so they don’t melt the ice too quickly
• Use a narrow glass for better layering and visual appeal
• Serve immediately layers will blur beautifully as the popsicle melts
• Want extra fizz? Add a splash of lemon-lime soda on top

Firecracker Pro Tips

Looking to make your Firecracker Pop Cocktail the hit of the summer? These extra touches will take your drink from fun to unforgettable:

Snap It Before It Melts
The layers are beautiful but fleeting! Snap a quick pic while the popsicle is still icy and upright.

Serve for More Than Just the 4th
This cocktail works for any summer celebration:

• Backyard birthdays
• Labor Day barbecues
• Pool parties
• Even red-white-blue bachelorette themes

Just swap your straws or garnishes to fit the mood.

Want to Make It a Float?
Try replacing the Bomb Pop with a scoop of lemon or raspberry sorbet. Pour the drink over it and enjoy a slushy-style twist with a spoon and a straw.

Hosting a Mixed-Age Party?
Make a family-friendly version with lemonade, grenadine, and blue sports drink and pop in the Bomb Pop just the same. Set up a labeled drink station so everyone can join the fun, with or without alcohol.

Pro Hosting Tip
Display all your ingredients in a festive tray or basket. It makes prep easy, looks Pinterest-worthy, and guests love a peek behind the scenes.

Recipe Variations

• Firecracker Mocktail: Use lemon-lime soda, lemonade, grenadine, and blue sports drink (like Gatorade Frost) instead of alcohol
• Frozen Version: Blend ingredients with ice into a slushy, then drop the Bomb Pop on top
• Citrus Twist: Use orange vodka or triple sec for a different flavor profile

Recommended Equipment

• Tall cocktail glass
• Bar spoon (or regular spoon) for layering
• Shaker
• Jigger
• Popsicle sticks (optional backup in case Bomb Pops aren’t available)

Make Ahead Tips

You can pre-mix the vodka and blue curaçao and chill it in the fridge. Assemble just before serving to keep layers crisp.

How to Store and Reheat

This drink is best made fresh. Leftovers won’t hold their layered beauty, but they still taste great stirred together over ice.

What to Serve With This Recipe

Pair with BBQ fare think hot dogs, grilled corn, sliders, and summer fruit salad. It also goes great with festive desserts like firecracker cupcakes or fruit skewers.

What You Need to Know About This Recipe

This cocktail gets its name (and look!) from the nostalgic red-white-and-blue popsicle we all loved as kids. It’s fun, easy to assemble, and adds a colorful wow-factor to any summer party.

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