Description
The Jack-O’-Lantern Cocktail is a festive, spooky drink that’s perfect for Halloween celebrations. It combines the rich flavors of cognac with orange juice and ginger ale, topped with a creative garnish to resemble a Jack-O’-Lantern. This cocktail is as fun to look at as it is to drink, making it a great addition to any Halloween party.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ oz cognac
- 1 oz orange juice
- ½ oz triple sec
- Ginger ale (to top)
- Ice cubes
- 1 round orange slice (for garnish)
- 1 candy (like a lime peel or a small green candy) for the “stem” garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add cognac, orange juice, and triple sec to the shaker.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with ginger ale.
- Place a round orange slice on top of the drink to resemble the face of a Jack-O’-Lantern.
- Add a small green candy or lime peel on top of the orange slice to create the “stem.”
- Serve immediately and enjoy your spooky creation!
Notes
- For an extra festive touch, you can cut out small pieces of the orange slice to create “eyes” or a “mouth” on the garnish, mimicking a Jack-O’-Lantern face.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less ginger ale.
- Try using different types of fruit garnishes or edible candies for a personalized touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 10mg