Swamp Water recipe served in a glass, by Mandez's Seafood Bar & Grill
Jul 14 2026

Swamp Water Recipe

Time20m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Garnishes

Method

Preparation of Base

1

Mix the Base

In a large pitcher, combine the limeade and lemon-lime soda. Stir gently to mix without losing the carbonation.

2

Add Color

Add the blue raspberry drink mix to the mixture. Stir until fully dissolved, creating a vibrant blue-green color reminiscent of swamp water.

Adding Fun Elements

3

Incorporate Gummy Worms

Drop the gummy worms into the pitcher, allowing them to float and wiggle in the mixture.

4

Add Food Coloring

Add the green food coloring gradually, adjusting to your desired shade of 'swampy' green.

5

Include Cherries

Gently place the maraschino cherries into the mix, scattering them throughout for an eye-catching finish.

Garnishing

6

Prepare the Garnishes

Slice the lemons and set them aside. Rinse the mint leaves under cold water.

7

Final Touch

Serve the swamp water in clear glasses, garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves on top for an added touch of freshness and aesthetics.

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