Jello Shots recipe

1 package watermelon jello
1 cup boiling water
1 cup Malibu® coconut rum

There's no doubt that Jello shots are a party favorite. Although this particular recipe calls for watermelon jello and rum, many flavor variations exist. Substitute the rum in the above recipe with midori melon liqueur, for example, and you have something altogether unique. Orange or cherry jello (jell-O, or "gelatin dessert") works well with brandy, while peach jello tends to suit bourbon (jack daniel's) as raspberry jello does raspberry schnapps.



Many jello shot recipes simply call for a flavored jello and vodka, or even rum. Keep in mind, when planning your parties, it's a good idea to provide for several tastes. Try some of the following popular combinations:


Lime jello, tequila and triple sec

Orange jello, orange cognac/brandy (ie. grand marnier) or peach schnapps

Cherry jello, cherry brandy

Raspberry jello, raspberry schnapps

Tropical fruit jello, mango liqueur or dark rum

Peach jello, bourbon (rebel yell)

Unflavored jello + lemonade, kentucky whisky

Strawberry jello, light rum and strawberry liqueur

Apricot jello, amaretto

Grape jello, vodka


When allowing jello shots to set, chill them in individual servings; in an ice cube tray, or similar equipment. Note that the water in jello shot recipes is required to allow the jello to set. If for some reason you find your mix fails to set, you either need to add more water, or use less. In either case, you'll need to start from scratch. (Don't add more gelatine at a later stage - the water isn't boiling, therefore your shots will inherit a grainy texture.)