The Witch’s Heart (Halloween Cocktail)
This magical purple cocktail features shimmery blackberry liqueur, a swirl of grenadine, and an optional smoky effect with dry ice. It’s perfect for Halloween or fantasy-themed parties.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- - Cheesecloth
- - Measuring jigger
- - Martini or coupe glasses
Ingredients
- **Blackberry Shimmery Liqueur:**
- - 1 cup vodka
- - 6 blackberries fresh or frozen
- - ¼ cup simple syrup
- - ¼ tsp purple or pearl luster dust
- - Optional: 2 drops purple food coloring
- **Cocktail Serves 2:**
- - 3 oz blackberry shimmery liqueur
- - 1.5 oz apple juice or apple liqueur
- - 1 oz lemon juice
- - ¾ oz simple syrup to taste
- - 2 tsp grenadine
- - Ice
- - Optional: powdered dry ice
- - Glassware: 2 martini or coupe glasses
Instructions
- **Infuse Liqueur**: Combine vodka and berries; infuse in fridge for 3–7 days (or sous vide for 2 hrs). Strain.
- **Add Shimmer**: Mix in simple syrup and luster dust until shimmering. Add food coloring if desired. Chill.
- **Mix Cocktail**: In a shaker, combine liqueur, apple juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice. Shake well.
- **Assemble**: Strain into glasses. Slowly add grenadine—it will sink and swirl. Add dry ice if using.
Notes
- Dry ice must fully evaporate before consuming.
- Make liqueur ahead for max flavor.
- Use food-safe luster dust only.
- Make liqueur ahead for max flavor.
- Use food-safe luster dust only.