Witches Blood - A Halloween Cocktail
User Reviews
4.3
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
14
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Calories
156 kcal
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Course
Cocktails
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Cuisine
Australian
Witches Blood - A Halloween Cocktail
Description
Witches Blood - A Halloween Cocktail blends cherry schnapps, vodka, whiskey, and lemon juice to create a layered spirit base. After mixing these with ice, cherry soda is gently stirred in to preserve fizz and add sweetness and effervescence, contributing to the cocktail's deep and complex flavor. The combination results in a drink that balances fruity cherry, citrus, and warming whiskey notes.
Typically served in glasses rimmed with colored, sugared lemon juice, the cocktail gains a textured sweetness on the lip and a festive appearance. A decorative spider garnish adds to its spooky presentation, enhancing the Halloween theme.
Adjusting the color depth can be done by using black vodka or adding black food coloring to regular vodka, while choosing darker cherry sodas intensifies the appearance. This cocktail works well for parties where a thematic, impressive drink is desired without elaborate preparation.
The method is straightforward, making it easy to scale quantities and serve either directly from a punch bowl or in individual glasses, allowing guests to help themselves or enjoy a personalized portion.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup cherry schnapps
- ½ cup vodka - see note 1
- 1 cup whiskey
- ⅓ cup lemon juice fresh
- 4 cups cherry soda - see note 2
Instructions
- Pour the cherry schnapps, vodka, whisky and lemon juice into a pitcher.
- Stir well with a cup of ice.
- Gently pour in the cherry soda and stir carefully to combine.
To serve:
- Either pour into punch bowl for guest to help themselves or serve in sugar rimmed glasses with a spooky spider garnish. (see note 3)
Notes
- Use black vodka or add black food coloring to vodka for a darker, more dramatic color.
- Choose a dark cherry soda, such as black cherry, to deepen the cocktail's hue.
- To sugar rim glasses, dip rims first into lemon juice mixed with food coloring, then into fine sugar for a colored rim effect.
- Serve in sugar-rimmed glasses with a decorative spider for a Halloween presentation, or use a punch bowl for easy sharing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 14Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 156 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 156kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Sodium | 17mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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