Island Breeze Bomb Recipe – A Tropical Drop Shot Party Starter

Stuffani Borjat

June 10, 2025

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Island Breeze Bomb Recipe – A Tropical Drop Shot Party Starter

  • Author: Stuffani Borjat
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Total Time: 5
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Build & Drop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

The Island Breeze Bomb Recipe is a tropical drop shot cocktail with coconut rum, strawberry syrup, and pineapple juice. Drop the shot, watch it fizz, and enjoy the flavor explosion.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Bomb Shot:

1 oz coconut rum

½ oz strawberry liqueur or syrup

Splash of fresh lime juice

For the Cocktail Base:

4 oz pineapple juice

2 oz orange soda or lemon-lime soda

Crushed ice

Garnish:

Maraschino cherry

Pineapple wedge (optional)

Mint sprig (optional)


Instructions

1. In a shot glass, combine coconut rum, strawberry liqueur or syrup, and lime juice. Stir gently.

2. In a large glass, add crushed ice. Pour in pineapple juice and soda. Stir lightly.

3. Drop the shot glass into the cocktail base carefully.

4. Garnish with a cherry, pineapple wedge, or mint sprig.

5. Drink immediately for full bomb effect.


Notes

Use thick-walled shot glasses and wide base glasses for safety. Prepare both parts in advance but drop the bomb only when ready to serve.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bomb shot cocktail
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 12mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: island breeze bomb recipe, tropical bomb shot, coconut rum cocktail

When I first made this Island Breeze Bomb Recipe, I wasn’t planning on it becoming the drink of the night. But one drop of that coconut-strawberry-lime bomb into the pineapple soda, and everyone was hooked. It’s got that tiki bar vibe—tropical, fizzy, and just a little dramatic.

Love drinks that stir up the party? Check out the Bikini Bottom Punch Shot or serve this next to the Sunset Beach Bucket Blast for a full island lineup.

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How to Make Island Breeze Bomb Recipe Shot at Home

This island breeze bomb recipe is part smooth, part tropical explosion. The magic is in the moment you drop the bomb into the fruity base—and boom, it’s party time.

Ingredients Island Breeze Bomb Recipe

ingredients for Island Breeze Bomb Recipe

For the Bomb Shot (“Island Bomb”):

  • 1 oz coconut rum
  • ½ oz strawberry liqueur or syrup
  • Splash of fresh lime juice

For the Cocktail Base (“Breeze”):

  • 4 oz pineapple juice
  • 2 oz orange soda or lemon-lime soda
  • Crushed ice

Garnish:

  • Maraschino cherry
  • Pineapple wedge (optional)
  • Mint sprig (optional)

Instructions: Island Breeze Bomb Recipe

pouring ingredients into island bomb shot glass
  1. Build the Bomb: Combine coconut rum, strawberry syrup, and lime juice in a shot glass. Stir gently.
  2. Make the Breeze: In a large glass, fill with crushed ice. Add pineapple juice and soda. Stir lightly.
  3. Drop & Go: Drop the shot glass right into the big glass. The fizz and flavor mix instantly.
  4. Garnish It: Add a cherry, pineapple, or mint sprig for a festive look.
  5. Drink Immediately: Don’t wait—the bomb effect is best right after the drop.
dropping island bomb shot into cocktail base

For other tropical party drinks, try the Coral Sunset Slammer Cocktail or spice things up with Pink Pony Jello Shots as colorful extras.

Serving Tips & Fun Twists for Your Island Breeze Bomb Recipe

Show-Stopping Presentation

served island breeze bomb recipe shot cocktail with garnish

The best way to serve this island breeze bomb recipe is with drama. Use a clear highball glass so your guests can see the shot drop. Crushed ice makes it cold fast and gives a fizzy texture as the bomb blends in. Add a cherry, mint sprig, or pineapple wedge for those vacation-bar vibes.

Want to go full tropical? Toss in a cocktail umbrella or serve with a side of fresh fruit skewers. The drop-and-sip combo makes it fun for parties.

Creative Variations to Try

No coconut rum? Use white rum and a splash of coconut cream. Want it sweeter? Sub lemon-lime soda with mango soda for a juicy finish. For a mocktail version, skip the alcohol and use coconut water + strawberry puree.

Pair this drink with a Malibu Mermaid Bucket Cocktail or serve alongside a chilled Ocean Peach Punch to round out your tiki tray.

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FAQs About Island Breeze Bomb Recipe

  1. Can I make the Island Breeze Bomb without alcohol?

    Yes! Just replace the rum and liqueur with coconut water and strawberry syrup. You’ll still get the fizzy-tropical burst without the booze.

  2. What’s the best soda to use?

    Lemon-lime soda adds zing, while orange soda gives it a creamsicle vibe. Try both to see which matches your taste.

  3. Is it safe to drop a glass shot glass into another glass?

    Yes, if you use sturdy glasses and drop gently. Want a safer option? Pour the shot mix into the base instead and stir just before sipping.

  4. Can I batch prep these for a party?

    You can pre-mix both parts separately, but drop the shot in just before serving. That way, your island breeze bomb recipe keeps its signature fizz and flavor splash.

  5. Can I add ice to the shot?

    Skip the ice in the shot glass it dilutes the punch. Use crushed ice only in the cocktail base.
    Want more tropical energy? Try the Twister in a Cup Cocktail or keep it chill with a Tropical Galaxy Mocktail.

Conclusion Island Breeze Bomb Recipe

This island breeze bomb recipe is quick, tropical, and unforgettable. It’s got that cocktail bar flair without the fuss—just shake, drop, sip, and enjoy the burst of flavor. Perfect for poolside parties or anytime you need an island moment in a glass.

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