Description
Ocean Water Jello Shots are a fun and vibrant party treat made with berry blue gelatin, coconut rum, and topped with gummy sharks. They’re tropical, playful, and perfect for beach parties, birthdays, or just a fun summer gathering. Easy to prep ahead, with a nostalgic candy twist—these shots are sure to make a splash at your next event!
Ingredients
1 (3 oz) box berry blue or blue raspberry Jello
1 cup boiling water
½ cup Malibu rum (or any coconut rum)
½ cup cold water
Light corn syrup (optional, for rimming cups)
Blue sanding sugar or coarse white sugar (optional, for rimming cups)
Gummy sharks or blue gummy fish (for garnish)
12–16 2 oz plastic shot cups
Instructions
Prepare the rims (optional):
Pour light corn syrup into a shallow plate. Dip the rims of each shot cup into the syrup, then into sanding sugar to coat. Set aside.Dissolve the gelatin:
In a heatproof bowl, combine the Jello powder with 1 cup boiling water. Whisk for 2 minutes, until fully dissolved.Add booze and water:
Stir in ½ cup Malibu rum and ½ cup cold water. Mix well to combine.Pour into cups:
Carefully pour the mixture into the prepared shot cups, filling each about ¾ full.Chill to set:
Transfer cups to the fridge and chill for 2–3 hours, or until fully set.
Garnish and serve:
Just before serving, gently press a gummy shark or fish into each shot. Angle them slightly for a diving effect.
Notes
For a kid-friendly version, replace the rum with coconut water or lemon-lime soda.
Chill your alcohol before mixing to help the gelatin set properly.
Only add the gummy garnish right before serving to keep it from getting soggy.
These can be made up to 3 days ahead—just cover and store in the fridge.
Want to impress your guests even more? Try layering with a coconut cream gelatin for an “ocean wave” effect!