Everyone Is Obsessed With These Jell-O Shots

It's finally here, our favorite holiday of summer: Independence Day. The Fourth of July is a day when we can totally break from our busy work lives to gather together with friends and family. Preferably somewhere with a pool. We sunbathe, we play lawn games, we laugh, we grill, we eat, and, of course, we drink.

Now, I will be the first to admit that shots are certainly not my beverage of choice. But, something about the Fourth of July just brings out an air of carefree jubilance — and what is more carefree and jubilant than jello shots? So please the crowd this year in a sort of unexpected way — with a tray of homemade Jell-O shots. They're a surefire way to liven up any big summer cookout with a little bit of novelty and pizazz.

We've rounded up a few of the top Jell-O shot recipes on Pinterest. Some are classy (if you want to keep things on the tamer side) while others are "classic" (a nod to your collegiate years, when the parties were packed and the Jell-O shots plentiful).

1. Red, White & Blue Strawberry Jell-O Shots

These patriotic Jell-O shots use halved strawberries for an edible casing.

2. Watermelon Tequila Jell-O Shots

With tequila and lime fused together, all you'll need is salt shaker.

4. Moscow Mule Jell-O Shots

Try these Moscow Mule cubes for a classy twist.

5. 4th of July Firecracker Jell-O Cups

Now here are some classic college-style shots we can really get behind — with a cherry on top!

6. Pink Lemonade Jell-O Shots

These lovely lemon slices filled with spiked pink lemonade jello are divine.

7. Strawberry Margarita Jell-O Shots

Hollowed out strawberries create the perfect edible shot glass for jello margaritas.