
Flaming Dr. Pepper
Amaretto, vodka and 151 rum met with Dr. Pepper and beer — the bomb-shot legend that really does taste like the soda. Handle the flaming version with care.
28.5% ABVStrongShots
Medium
Difficulty
3 min
Time
328 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Vodka
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Vodka1 oz
- Amaretto1 oz
- Overproof Rum1 oz
- Cola1 oz
- Beer1 oz
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep Flaming Dr. Pepper close to the original.
Instead of Vodka
- Gin— adds botanical notes
- White Rum— a touch sweeter
Instead of Amaretto
- Frangelico— hazelnut instead of almond
- Orgeat— zero-proof almond swap
Instead of Overproof Rum
- Dark Rum— milder — the drink loses some kick
Instead of Cola
- Root Beer— sweeter, sassafras notes
Instead of Beer
- Ale— fuller flavor
- Lager— crisp and easy
Instructions
Add Amaretto, Bacardi, and vodka.
Mix in the Dr. Pepper and beer.
Pairs well with
This flaming amaretto-beer bomb belongs at a dive bar with fried everything:
- Cheese fries
- Fried mushrooms
- Jalapeño poppers
- Onion rings




