The Drunk Witch combines blackberry liqueur, dark rum, and a splash of lemon to create a deep, enchanting drink with a hint of sweet and sour. This cocktail is a fun, slightly eerie option for Halloween with its rich color and flavors.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz dark rum
- 1 oz blackberry liqueur (or blackcurrant liqueur)
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: fresh blackberries and a sprig of rosemary (optional smoky effect)
Directions
- Mix Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine dark rum, blackberry liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake: Add ice to the shaker, cover, and shake well for about 10-15 seconds.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into a chilled martini or coupe glass.
- Garnish: Add fresh blackberries on a cocktail pick and a sprig of rosemary. Light the rosemary briefly for a smoky, magical effect before serving (optional).
Time and Servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1 cocktail
Tips
- For a Sparkling Twist: Add a splash of club soda or tonic for a little fizz.
- Color Variations: Substitute black vodka for dark rum for a different twist and even darker color.
Serve this Drunk Witch to your Halloween guests for a cocktail that’s both delicious and hauntingly memorable!
PrintDrunk Witch Cocktail
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Description
The Drunk Witch Cocktail is a festive Halloween drink featuring a deep purple hue, achieved by blending blue curaçao and grenadine with vodka. This sweet and slightly fizzy cocktail is topped with Sprite or lemon-lime soda for a refreshing finish, making it a fun and eye-catching addition to any Halloween gathering. The drink’s distinctive look comes from rimming the glass with bright green sugar and garnishing it with spooky elements like edible glitter or candy eyeballs.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 2 oz blue curaçao
- 2 oz grenadine
- Sprite or 7-Up (to top)
- Ice cubesFor the rim:
- Corn syrup or purple frosting (to adhere the sugar)
- Green sanding sugar
Optional Garnishes:
- Edible glitter
- Candy eyeballs or gummy worms
- Lime wedge or maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass:
- Rim the edge of a cocktail glass with corn syrup or purple frosting, then dip it in green sanding sugar to coat.
- Shake the Cocktail:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, blue curaçao, and grenadine.
- Shake vigorously for about 20–30 seconds until well-chilled.
- Assemble the Drink:
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice.
- Top with Sprite or 7-Up for a fizzy finish.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Add a spooky garnish of choice, such as candy eyeballs, edible glitter, or a lime wedge. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Variations: Substitute vodka with white rum or use lemon-lime seltzer for a less sweet version.
- Non-Alcoholic Option: Replace vodka and blue curaçao with a mix of blue Hawaiian punch and grenadine, and increase the Sprite.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: ~220 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 18mg
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