Ingredients
- 20 ml Triple Sec
- 5 ml Blue Curacao Liqueur
- 5 ml Raspberry Liqueur
- .5 can Energy Soda Red Bull
Instructions
- Add Triple Sec, Blue Curacao and Raspberry Liqueur into a shot glass.
- In a beer glass add 1/2 a can of energy soda
- Drop the shot into the glass and drink.
Notes
Estimated Nutrition:
Where it came from
Bomb shots, like the Skilttle Bomb Shot #2, are a product of late 20th and early 21st century bar culture, popularized in nightclubs and high-energy venues. They emerged as a playful, rapid consumption alternative to more traditional cocktails, often linked to the rise of energy drinks and the quest for a quick buzz.
This drink belongs to the bomb shot family, a category defined by dropping a shot glass containing spirits or liqueurs into a larger glass of mixer. Its closest relatives are the Jager Bomb and the Vegas Bomb. What sets the Skilttle Bomb Shot #2 apart is its specific blend of fruit liqueurs, aiming for a distinct, candy-like flavor profile.
You’ll typically find the Skilttle Bomb Shot #2 in places where the music is loud and the crowd is looking to party. Think college bars, busy nightclubs, or as a pre-game drink before heading out. It’s not a drink you’d order at a quiet cocktail lounge, but it absolutely has its place in a high-energy setting.
What it tastes like
The Skilttle Bomb Shot #2 leads with a rush of sweet, fruity flavors from the raspberry and orange liqueurs, with a subtle underlying citrus note from the blue curacao. This quickly gives way to the characteristic tartness and effervescence of the energy drink, creating a vibrant, candy-like explosion on the palate. The finish is brisk, leaving a lingering sweet and slightly artificial fruit flavor with the buzz of caffeine.
The shot itself, comprising 30 ml of liqueurs, clocks in around 26% ABV. When dropped into approximately 125 ml of energy soda, the combined drink has an approximate ABV of 5.1%. This puts it in the range of a strong beer, but the alcohol delivery is concentrated in the initial shot, leading to a much faster perceived effect than a standard mixed drink of similar overall ABV.
The technique
Building this drink is a two-step process. First, combine the Triple Sec, Blue Curacao, and Raspberry Liqueur into a standard shot glass. Ensure the shot glass is sturdy enough for the drop. In a separate, larger glass, typically a pint or highball, pour half a can of your chosen energy soda. The final step is the ‘bomb’ itself: carefully drop the shot glass into the energy soda and consume immediately.
The most critical technique here is the drop. You want a clean, confident drop of the shot glass into the energy drink to create the ‘bomb’ effect without splashing liquid out of the glass or breaking the shot glass. Hold the shot glass just above the energy drink and release it cleanly. A hesitant drop can lead to a messy splash or, worse, a broken glass if it hits the rim incorrectly.
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Ingredient Spotlight
The bottles that make or break this drink.
Triple Sec
- Use
- A decent quality Triple Sec like Cointreau or Bols will provide a bright, clean orange flavor without being overly cloying. It’s the primary alcohol base for the shot.
- Skip
- Avoid the cheapest, most syrupy orange liqueurs. They often taste artificial and will make the shot unpleasantly sweet and detract from the other fruit notes.
- Why
- Triple Sec contributes the foundational orange citrus and a significant portion of the alcohol content to the shot. Its quality directly impacts the overall balance and brightness of the drink.
Energy Soda
- Use
- Red Bull is the industry standard and what most people expect. Other popular energy drinks like Monster or Rockstar will also work, but be mindful of their specific flavor profiles.
- Skip
- Diet energy drinks or regular sodas. Diet versions often have a distinct artificial sweetener taste, and regular sodas lack the characteristic energy drink flavor and kick.
- Why
- The energy soda is crucial for the ‘bomb’ effect, providing the fizz, the caffeine, and the signature flavor that defines this category of drink. It’s half the experience.
Three Variations
Three real ways bartenders riff on this drink. Same idea, three different jackets.
Skittle Bomb
- The original, often vodka-based fruity bomb.
- This is often made with vodka and a blend of other fruit liqueurs or juices, such as sour apple and cranberry, to mimic the broader ‘Skittle’ flavor spectrum.
Jager Bomb
- The classic herbal liqueur and energy drink pairing.
- The progenitor of many bomb shots, it features Jagermeister dropped into an energy drink. It offers a more herbal, bitter-sweet profile compared to the fruity Skilttle Bomb.
Vegas Bomb
- A whiskey and peach-forward bomb shot.
- This variant typically combines Crown Royal whiskey, Peach Schnapps, and sometimes a splash of cranberry juice, dropped into an energy drink for a peachy, boozy kick.
What if I don't have…
Quick substitutions for when the bottle shop is closed.
An orange liqueur like Cointreau or Grand Marnier works. If unavailable, you can use a splash of orange juice and increase the other liqueurs for flavor, though the ABV will drop.
You can omit it if the blue color isn’t essential. Alternatively, a small amount of another blue-tinted liqueur or even a drop of food coloring could serve the aesthetic purpose.
Chambord is a premium alternative. Otherwise, any berry-flavored liqueur like creme de cassis or even a strawberry liqueur can provide a similar fruity sweetness.
A small, sturdy glass like a cordial glass or a pony glass will work for holding the liqueurs for the drop. Ensure it’s robust enough not to shatter when dropped.
Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers to what people search for after Googling this drink.
What is in a Skilttle Bomb Shot #2?
A Skilttle Bomb Shot #2 contains 20 ml Triple Sec, 5 ml Blue Curacao Liqueur, 5 ml Raspberry Liqueur, and a half can of energy soda.
What does a Skilttle Bomb Shot #2 taste like?
It tastes sweet and fruity, with prominent notes of raspberry and orange, followed by the tart, fizzy, and slightly chemical flavor of the energy drink.
What kind of energy soda should I use?
Red Bull is the most common choice, but any standard energy drink like Monster or Rockstar will give you a similar effect and flavor profile.
Is Skilttle Bomb Shot #2 strong?
The shot itself is around 26% ABV. When mixed with the energy drink, the overall drink is about 5.1% ABV, similar to a strong beer. However, the alcohol is consumed quickly, which can make it feel stronger.
Why is it called a “bomb” shot?
It’s called a “bomb” shot because a smaller glass containing alcohol is dropped, or “bombed,” into a larger glass of mixer, creating a splash and a rapid mix of ingredients.
Can I make a pitcher of Skilttle Bomb Shot #2?
You can pre-mix the liqueurs for the shots, but the energy drink should always be added fresh, and the shots dropped individually, to maintain the fizz and the bomb effect.
What’s the difference between this and a regular Skittle Bomb?
This version, Skilttle Bomb Shot #2, uses a specific blend of Triple Sec, Blue Curacao, and Raspberry Liqueur. Other Skittle Bomb recipes might use vodka or different fruit liqueurs to achieve a similar candy-like flavor.
Can I use different fruit liqueurs?
Absolutely. You can experiment with various fruit liqueurs to create your own “Skittle” flavor blend. Just aim for a balance of sweet and tart notes.
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