These cherry limeade Jello shots combine the sweet tart flavor of the delicious summer beverage with a fun and boozy shot. There are tons of Jello shot recipes out there, but this one is at the top of our favorites list. Cherry limeade vodka adds tons of flavor to this treat and limeade gives it an incredible fresh flavor that’s unlike that of any other shot you’ve tried.

Aligned cherry limeade jello shots in blue checkered table cloth with lime slices

Like most Jello shots, this recipe is simple, inexpensive, and always a blast to serve at parties. And the cherry limeade flavor makes it stand out from other varieties of Jello shots, but it’s just as easy to make. These would be ideal to serve at a summer happy hour, a pool party, or anytime you want to bring the taste of summer to your event. But with their vibrant red color, they’d also be right at home at your next Christmas party. Try this easy Jello shot recipe any time you need a refreshing and crowd-pleasing boozy treat.

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💗 Why We Love This Recipe

With just a handful of ingredients and just a few minutes of prep time, this is one of the easiest party treats you can make.
This is a budget friendly recipe, so it’s a perfect way to serve a big crowd of party guests without spending a lot of money.
The addition of the limeade gives these shots a delicious fresh flavor that makes them so much tastier than basic Jello shots.
You can substitute extra limeade for the vodka to make a kid-friendly version.

🛒 Ingredients

Limes, cherry jello, cherries, simply limeade and vodka

Cherry Jello mix
Boiling water
Cold water
Simply Limeade (or you can use fresh limeade)
Svedka cherry limeade vodka
Fresh limes for garnish
Maraschino cherries for garnish

🥄 Instructions

How to Make Cherry Limeade Jello Shots

Step One: Make the Jello

Boiling water and cherry Jello powder mix

Place 16 Jello shot cups (2 oz) on a shallow sheet pan.
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Remove from the heat and add the box of cherry Jello mix to the hot water, stirring until the mix is completely dissolved.

Step Two: Add Vodka and Garnish

Jello mix in red color with pouring vodka, wire whisk in the saucepan

Small cups and mixture of Jello shot in red liquid color

Add ½ cup of vodka, ½ cup Simply Limeade, and 1 cup cold water. Stir to combine.
Pour mixture into the Jello shot cups. Transfer the shots to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours.
Before serving, top the shots with fresh lime and a maraschino cherry.

Tips and Suggestions

Be careful not to add too much alcohol to the Jello mixture or your shots will not set properly.
If you don’t have Jello shot cups, you can use plastic shot glasses, plastic condiment cups, or any small plastic cups.
If you prefer to make your own limeade with fresh lime juice, you can use that in place of the Simply Limeade.

Cherry Jello shots in cups with luscious cherries on top and lime decorations on the table

Variations:

Substitute lemonade and lemon vodka to make cherry lemonade Jello shots. You can also substitute raspberry or strawberry Jello for the cherry flavor.
Top these bright red Jello shots with whipped cream, grated lime zest, red sprinkles, and a mini straw for a cute and fun presentation.
If you’d like to have two different colors of shots at your party, you can also make a green version of these shots with lime Jello, Simply Limeade, and cherry vodka.
If you can’t find cherry limeade vodka, you can use cherry or lime flavored, or even plan vodka

Can I Make These in Advance?

You sure can. Jello shots will keep for up to 5 days after you make them, but they’re best if you don’t let them sit too long, so I recommend making them no more than 1-2 days in advance.

How Long Can Jello Shots Be Kept at Room Temperature?

You can keep them out of the refrigerator for about three hours. If your party is going to last longer than that, it’s a good idea to serve them in batches and refill as needed.

More Jello Shot Recipes

A cherry limeade Jell-O shot in a cup with cherry on top

Cherry Limeade Jello Shots

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Chill Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Fun cherry limeade jello shots with a cherry on top are an exciting treat at any party. Make them alcohol-free too!

Ingredients

Instructions

Add 16 2 oz. jello shot cups to a shallow baking pan.
Boil 2 cups of water in a medium sauce pan.
Remove from the heat and whisk in cherry jello mix.
Add 1 cup cold water, ½ cup Simply limeade, and ½ cup cherry limeade vodka. Stir to combine.
Pour evenly into jello shot cups.
Move the jello shots to the refrigerator to chill for 4 hours or more.
Before serving, top with fresh lime and a maraschino cherry for garnish.

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