Easy two-ingredient Jager Bomb Shot Recipe! This classic cocktail is super easy to make.

Jager Bomb text over a glass with a shot of jagermeister in it next to a bottle of jagermeister

Jager Bomb Recipe

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Jäger Bombs are a beloved bar cocktail, especially for groups. It is super easy to make and great for parties.

The shot of Jagermeister German Herbal Liqueur combined with Red Bull is a popular, heavy-hitting drink.

This famous cocktail is a form of a boilermaker, a beer and shot combo drink. These are also called bomb cocktails.

The "bomb" is created when the drinker drops a shot of hard liquor into a large glass filled with the mixer, often a pint-sized glass of beer.

As energy drinks have become more popular, the boilermaker model of cocktails has shifted from beers and lagers to include Red Bull and other energy drinks.

Similar to a Vegas Bomb, Sake Bomb, Flaming Dr. Pepper, or the wrongly named Irish Car Bomb, which now goes by a Dublin Drop or similar name.

The Jägerbomb may appear spelled multiple ways, but the drink's core is always the same.

Some bars perform a Jager Train, which involves multiple glasses lined up on the bar, partially filled with Red Bull, and shot glasses filled with Jagermeister balanced on the rim of the glasses.

The first shot glass is knocked into a glass from one end, creating a domino effect down the train line.

While this is a simple cocktail, it packs a serious punch. The caffeine of Red Bull and the herbs and spices of Jägermeister make for a unique cocktail with an unusual taste.

The caffeine in Red Bull or similar energy drinks offset the "depressant" effects of Jägermeister.

Jägermeister bottle next to a can of Red Bull and an empty glass for a Jager Bomb Shot

Ingredients

Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients needed to make an epic Jager Bomb Shot! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Jägermeister Liqueur
Red Bull Energy Drink

Jägermeister has a strong anise taste. It was developed in 1934 by Wilhelm and Curt Mast with an alcohol volume of 35%. It is a blend of 56 botanicals to create an epic herbal liqueur.

Jager Bombs have a 7 percent ABV (Alcohol Content) equal to 14 proof and higher in alcohol content than the average glass of beer.

Jager stores its product in 445 oak barrels in the factory cellar. It is left in complete darkness for a year to blend and mature in flavor.

Jagermeister states that the best way to serve a shot of Jager is at -18 degrees Celsius.

Red Bull - You can use a can of Red Bull Energy Drink including Red Bull Sugar free. We have not tried this recipe with the specialty Red Bull flavors.

Equipment needed

2 ounce shot glasses - We love these 2 oz shot glasses especially for layered shots.
Pint Glass/ Tall Glass - You want to use a highball glass tall enough that the jager bomb shot can easily drop to the bottom.
Jager Bomb Shot Glasses - If you are planning to serve multiple Jagerbombs or don't want to deal with cleaning up glassware you can buy plastic Jager bomb cups that are designed to hold both the Jägermeister and the Red Bull.

How to make a Jager Bomb

I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.

Red Bull can next to a tall glass half full of Red Bull and a shot of Jager for a Jägermeister Bomb Cocktail

Step 1 - Fill a shot glass with a shot of Jägermeister

Step 2 - Pour Red Bull into an empty glass until mostly full. The amount you fill is up to you. If you fill it to the top you will have a splash when the Jager shot is dropped in.

Jager shot dropping into a glass of Red Bull with a bottle of Jägermeister in the background for a Jager Bomb Shot Cocktail

Step 3 - Drop the Jager into the glass of Red Bull and enjoy and epic Jager Bomb! Time to get the party started!

Preparation and Storage

Make Ahead: We recommend making this shot as you plan to drink it, as doing so is the only way to get the presentation, and the carbonation in the Red Bull means it will eventually become flat once poured.

Recipe Variations

Substitutions:

You can use any can of Red Bull Energy Drink, including Red Bull Sugar-Free. We have not tried this recipe with the specialty Red Bull flavors.

If you are a fan of a different energy drink from Red Bull, you can easily use them for this cocktail.

Vegetarian/Vegan Option + Gluten-Free:

The Jager Bomb Shot is vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free!

Jagermeister confirms on its website that its liqueurs are safe for vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free drinkers. Red Bull confirms the same in its Q&A section.

Alcohol-Free Option: Replace the Jägermeister with an NA alternative to make it alcohol-free.

Larger Group/More Servings: If you plan to serve multiple Jagerbombs or don't want to clean up rows of glassware, you can buy plastic Jager bomb cups designed to hold both the Jägermeister and the Red Bull.

Sugar-Free: The written recipe contains 14 grams of sugar per serving, with about 4 grams from the Jägermeister. To make it sugar-free, use Red Bull Sugar-Free (or another sugar-free energy drink).

Jager Bomb Cocktail with a shot inside a clear glass next to a bottle of Jägermeister

Tips for the Best Jager Bomb Shot

If you don't want to drop the shot of Jager into the Red Bull to create the "bomb" effect, you can pour it into the drink. This method does not alter the taste of the Jager Cocktail.
Be careful when dropping the shot into the glass, and when you take the Jagerbombs shot, please don't chip your teeth with the shot glass.
Originally made with lager beer, the Jager Bomb you’ll likely see at a bar today now uses energy drinks, but you can always try it with a beer for a proper boilermaker cocktail (Beer and Shot combo).
Nutrition information can be found in the recipe card below

What to Serve with a Jager Bomb Shot

Pair this party-ready shot with a neat visual presentation with light snacks and bites to keep the party rolling all night! Here are some menu planning suggestions.

Sides: 7 Layer Taco Dip, Guinness Beer Cheese Dip, Candy Corn and Peanuts Snack, CrockPot Mushrooms, Easy Franks Buffalo Chicken Dip, Pear Salad, Buffalo Chicken Wontons