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Close-up photo of translucent Tequila Gummy Wands threaded on wooden skewers with a heavy coating of stardust glitter. (Tequila Gummy Wands)

Tequila Gummy Wands: The Ultimate Sparkling Boozy Party Treat

These Tequila Gummy Wands are artisanal, translucent gelatin treats infused with pale gold tequila, threaded on wooden skewers, and heavily dusted with iridescent glitter and coarse sugar for a mesmerizing stardust finish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 wands
Course: Appetizer, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 6 packets Unflavored Gelatin approx 42g
  • 1 cup (240ml) Cold Water or White Grape Juice Use juice for better flavor
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Agave Nectar Or honey
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Pale Gold Tequila Reposado recommended
  • 1/2 cup Coarse White Sugar Crystals For coating
  • 1 tbsp Edible Iridescent Glitter Must be food-grade

Equipment

  • 1 Silicone stick molds Look for finger-length molds
  • 12 Wooden Skewers Thin, high-quality skewers
  • 1 Small saucepan

Method
 

Prepare the Gummy Base
  1. Combine water and agave in a saucepan; sprinkle gelatin over the top and let sit for 10 minutes to bloom.
  2. Heat on low, stirring constantly until the mixture is clear and translucent. Do not boil.
Infuse and Mold
  1. Remove from heat and stir in the tequila until fully incorporated.
  2. Pour into silicone stick molds and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until firm.
Finish and Coat
  1. Carefully thread the set gummy sticks onto wooden skewers.
  2. Roll each wand in a mixture of coarse sugar and edible glitter until heavily coated and sparkling.

Notes

Ensure your glitter is 100% edible and not just 'non-toxic'.
Use Reposado tequila for that perfect pale golden hue.