Vodka Gummy Worms (2024)

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Vodka gummy worms are a fun, colorful and slightly creepy way to celebrate Halloween! Make a big batch to enjoy at a Halloween party or just because. Customize them with your favorite booze.

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Vodka Gummy Worms

Gummy worms have always been so fun and silly to me. Worms are gross, but make them candy? Slightly less gross.

Now if we add booze, like I did with vodka gummy bears? Instantly less gross, but possibly way more silly!

Vodka gummy worms are super fun for Halloween, which is right around the corner.

If you’ve never had vodka gummies, they are simply gummy candy soaked in your favorite alcohol —vodka in this case!

The gummies soak up the alcohol and become similar to jell-o shots (but possibly more fun to eat).

They’re boozy and fruity, and so delightful to snack on with friends! I love making them for a party.

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How to make vodka gummy worms

Never had drunken gummy worms? Youmusttry them.

They are so very, very simple to make. HOW simple?

Step 1: Buy gummy worms.

Step 2: Add vodka, or your choice of alcohol.

Step 3: Wait patiently (12 to 24 hours, maybe longer).

Step 4: Eat!

Seriously, that’s it. It really couldn’t be more simple.

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Serving suggestions

And because vodka gummy worms are so easy to make and customize, you can make as big or small of a batch as you want.

Make them for a big Halloween party or just for a weekend movie marathon with your girlfriends.

I like to serve them in a pretty glass with some Sprite, ginger ale or club soda to make a creepy but fun co*cktail for Halloween.

But you could also dump them in a big bowl and serve them with a spoon. Might be even creepier that way?

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Drunken gummy worms

You can use any kind of gummy worm.

I used Albanese gummy worms because they were more colorful than any of the other brands of gummy worms at my grocery store, but feel free to use any kind you find.

If you use sour gummy worms, the alcohol is going to get even sweeter as the sugar coating will dissolve into the alcohol. They will still keep their sour taste.

For vodka, you can use your favorite brand, but I would reserve the fanciest stuff for your martinis.

Check out my Vodka 101 post for tips on buying vodka and my favorite brands.

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How long to soak gummies in alcohol

There is a magic time frame here, but it all comes down to personal preference.

My original recipe for drunken gummy bears says to soak your gummies in vodka anywhere from 12 to 24 hours.

They will swell and soften the longer you soak them. I prefer mine on the 12-hour side so that they’re still a bit chewy while also boozy.

However, I received many comments from readers who prefer a longer soak time. A couple of folks even suggested a week!

However long you choose, be sure to stir often because they will begin to coagulate and become a solid, slimy mass. (Ask me how I know.)

You may leave them at room temperature, but placing them in the cold fridge helps them keep their shape and dissolve more slowly.

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Tips for success

One reader, Maz, suggested that you drain off the alcohol and save it for future co*cktails. I’d store it in a mason jar or an empty bottle.

Then he says to dry them with paper towels and roll them in cornstarch to help them from sticking.

The corn starch trick sounds really promising, though I have not tried it myself!

How to store

Once your gummies have reached your desired level of booziness, you can toss all of your gummy worms into one big bowl.

I store mine inglass containers with lidswhile they soak. I prefer glass to plastic for the long infusion time. If you need to place them in bags, do so when you are ready to serve.

They can get quite sticky, so serve them with a spoon or toothpicks! And napkins, too.

(Although I find spoons to be a bit safer than toothpicks when alcohol is involved…)

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Alcohol for drunken gummy worms

Vodka is my choice today, but I’ve tried this with a number of types of alcohol. A flavored rum or flavored vodka would be really good too!

I already love rum for these rum gummy bears, so I’m certain they’d be good with the gummy worms too. I’m dying to try them with my homemade spiced rum.

Vodka works just as well, as do whiskey and tequila. I’ve even made rosé gummy bears and champagne gummy bears!

Thealcohol gummiesget bloated and puffy when they soak up the alcohol — all the better for a boozy treat.

For those who loverum & co*kes or whiskey & co*kes, check out mywhiskey and co*ke gummies,which use cola-flavored gummy candy and you can use your favorite rum or whiskey.

You could even try some flavored booze, like coconut rum or vanilla vodka to get some other flavors.

The point of a treat like this is it’s supposed to be fun! So experiment and see what you like.

Let me know if you try these boozy gummy worms for your Halloween shenanigans this year!

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Vodka Gummy Worms

Yield: 8 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 day day 5 minutes minutes

Halloween co*cktail parties should include a spooky glass of vodka gummy worms!

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ingredients

  • 2 cups gummy worms
  • 2 cups vodka
  • 2 ounces lemon-lime soda or ginger ale or club soda

instructions

  • Fill an airtight, glass container with gummy worms. Top with enough liquor to cover the candies.

  • Cover and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours, or until they reach your desired consistency. Drain any excess alcohol, and serve with spoons or toothpicks.

  • For a spooky co*cktail, fill a coupe glass with gummy worms. Top with 2 ounces Sprite, ginger ale or club soda.

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nutrition information

Yield: 8 servings

amount per serving:

Serving: 0.25cup Calories: 325kcal Carbohydrates: 44g Protein: 5g Sodium: 24mg Potassium: 1mg Sugar: 25g Iron: 0.01mg

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FAQs

How long do you leave gummy worms in vodka? ›

Basically, pour the vodka into the packed bears until the alcohol barely peeks over the top. - Give your newly introduced gummi-bears and vodka a stir, and replace the lid. Place the whole tub into the fridge. - Let this sit for five days, stirring a couple of times each day.

How many vodka gummy bears equal a shot? ›

The sugar from the gummies might mask the taste of alcohol, making it easy to overconsume inadvertently. As a rule of thumb, if you've had around 8-10 soaked gummy bears, you've likely consumed the alcohol equivalent of a shot.

Do vodka gummies work? ›

If we had left them in for 48 hours they probably would have soaked it all in. The bears tasted amazing. They weren't sticky or gross at all, but we did use a spoon to put them on our plates. Our favorite flavors were the apple vodka and coconut rum.

Do gummy worms absorb alcohol? ›

Alcohol will take a few days to fully infuse in the gummy candy. During this time the gummies will swell up to about triple their size. After about 4 days the alcohol will have fully penetrated the candy and made them large and soft.

How long does it take to infuse gummies with alcohol? ›

Overnight is good enough. As far as ratios go, I used 1lb of gummy bears and 150ml or 3 airplane bottles of vodka which is equivalent to 3/4 cups of vodka. You want to make sure the gummies are completely covered by the vodka. If you're lucky, you'll have fruity flavored vodka residue when all of the gummies are eaten.

How long do gummy worms last? ›

If you find yourself looking at the gummy candies you pulled out from the back of the pantry and are asking yourself, “does candy expire?” the short answer is your gummy candy should be good for six months to a year, depending on how it was stored. Gummy candies should be stored in a cool, dry area.

How to make vodka gummy bears not slimy? ›

Allow them to soak about 8 hours, then drain the vodka off and drink it. If you leave them in too long the bears completely dissolve, and it makes a horrible, gooey slime-like thing. My friend has gummy bears that have been sitting in vodka for 2 weeks.

What flavor vodka is best for gummy bears? ›

I use Three Olives® or Van Gogh® vodka. Haribo® or Black Forest® gummy candy work best. Serve them with a slotted metal or wood spoon, using any non-plastic container. Drink the extra vodka if desired.

How much vodka is too much in jello shots? ›

Jello shots won't set properly if you add too much alcohol. Generally, a basic batch of jello shots is made with one cup of juice or water, one packet of gelatin, 1/2 cup of cold water and 1/2 cup of alcohol. However, jello shots can be made with as much as 2/3 cup alcohol without changing their texture.

What can you do with gummy worms? ›

Dirt cups are a dessert that's fun to make and eat. Serve them at your next backyard party. The basic recipe is simple: chocolate pudding, smashed graham crackers or Oreos, and Gummy Worms. Dirt cupcakes or cake are fun alternatives if you like to bake.

Can wine gummies get you drunk? ›

Wine gums contain no alcohol, and they never will. Despite the labelling on each sweet with words such as sherry and port, there's no alcohol content, so they're suitable for adults and children. Nobody knows exactly why Maynard called them wine gums, but there are two theories: 1.

How do hangover gummies work? ›

By packing each gummy with all the nutrients it needs to avoid a hangover. By using natural ingredients like milk thistle, matcha green tea, zinc, and niacin. These help your body restore key nutrients and support your liver's production. Even better is that these are easy to use.

Do vodka gummy bears need to be refrigerated? ›

Place the gummy bears in the container. Pour the vodka over the gummy bears so that it covers them. Cover and refrigerate for 3 days, stirring once or twice daily. Serve but be careful because these pack quite the punch!

Why are gummy worms so addictive? ›

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The more sugar we eat, the more we want to eat, because it has the same effect on our brains as addictive substances such as nicotine and cocaine. Those chewy little candies are loaded with sugar, which is why it's nearly impossible to eat just one.

What does the worm in alcohol do? ›

- For decades, the mezcal worm, commonly known as the "tequila worm," has been placed inside bottles of mezcal as a marketing strategy to enhance the flavor and color of the drink.

How long should infused vodka sit? ›

Some ingredients require as little as a half-day of infusion (for example, strong ingredients like jalapeños) while others (like fruit) you can keep infusing for up to a week. A good rule of thumb is 3 - 5 days, but you can always use your nose to help you decide.

How long to soak sour patch in vodka? ›

Sour Patch Kids Vodka

Allow to infuse over a week, shaking the jars periodically. Alternatively, speed up the process by running the jars through a dishwasher on a standard cycle with no soap (but be sure the containers you are using are airtight).

How long to soak gummy bears in rum? ›

To start, grab a Mason jar and fill it with your gummy bears. Make sure to leave a bit of room at the top. Next, pour your rum to the tippy-top so the gummy bears are covered. Seal the jar, leave it in your fridge for a week (or at least a few days) and take it out when you're ready.

How long to dehydrate gummy worms? ›

Dehydrate the candy: Place the tray of candies in the food dehydrator and set the timer according to the type of candy you are dehydrating. This process can take anywhere from 6 to 12 hours, depending on the type and size of the candies. Check for doneness: Periodically check the candies for dryness.

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