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Jello shots

Served in a Shot Glass

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Shotalcoholic14.2% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

54 kcalCalories
14.2%ABV
1.9gSugar
2gCarbs
0.48Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 3 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • per-jello-shot serving estimateVodkaBase Spirit
  • per-jello-shot serving estimateJelloOther
  • per-jello-shot serving estimateWaterMixer

How to Make It

  1. Boil 3 cups of water then add jello.Add
  2. Mix jello and water until jello is completely disolved.
  3. Add the two cups of vodka and mix together.Add
  4. Pour mixture into plastic shot glasses and chill until firm.Pour
  5. Then, eat away...

How to Serve

Glass
Shot Glass
Temperature
Warm
Served Warm

Taste profile

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
  • Dry finish

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • PartySuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

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Gluten-FreeKetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVeganVegetarian

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Vodkaper-jello-shot serving estimate

GinWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes
Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Jello shots?
The Jello shots is a shot made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Shot Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 14.2%. A standard serving contains approximately 54 calories.
What does a Jello shots taste like?
The flavour of Jello shots depends on the specific ingredients and measures used. Expect a balance of the key spirits and mixers in the recipe.
How strong is a Jello shots?
The Jello shots has an ABV of approximately 14.2%. That's approximately 0.48 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 54 kcal, 1.9g sugar, 2.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Jello shots typically served?
Jello shots is often suggested for Party, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Jello shots?
If you enjoy Jello shots, the suggestions on this page surface other shots that share its base spirit or a similar sweet-to-spirit balance.
How should Jello shots be served?
Jello shots is best served chilled in a shot glass. Chill the glass in the freezer beforehand for the best result. Pour in a single smooth motion and serve immediately.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare shots at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find shots I like?
Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Jello shots with other shots. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.