Friday Fright Nightcaps is back! I found the most berrylicious cocktail to celebrate National Bourbon Day! Aberdeen’s Kitchen has conjured up a magical elixir for Halloween, which doubles as a refreshing summer drink. I present: Blackberry Bourbon Ginger Smash
Witches are some of the most persecuted women on the planet. This is as true today as it was in the 16th century. Most women who were executed weren’t even witches. They were just women who spoke out against corruption, injustice and religious and political persecution or fought back against sexual predators. In honor of these brave souls who gave their lives to help shape the future for all womenkind, I share with you, a recipe from the kitchen of The Flavor Blender called, The Witch’s Heart.
There once was a witch who was blue
So, she whipped up one helluva brew
You don’t need magic to make all your troubles disappear. The merry makers over at Recipesjust4u.com have discovered the ancient recipe for Witches Brew that anyone can cook up in the comfort of their own kitchen.
Photo by Recipesjust4u.com
INGREDIENTS:
1 oz Grey Goose Vodka
1 oz Triple Sec
1 oz. Blue Curacao
Lime Juice
Black Sanding Sugar or Sprinkles for coating the glass
The Monster Martini is how you keep it classy and spooky on Halloween night.
Below is a simple recipe, but I’ve seen different variations, and in particular, different garnishes, that can really bring out theme you’re trying to convey. Don’t be afraid to get creative and experiment a little. Dr. Frankenstein would approve.
Ingredients:
3/4 oz. MIDORI
2 oz. SKYY Citrus
Splash of white cranberry Juice
For the next four Fridays, I’ll be posting my favorite Halloween drink recipes. These are adult beverages because grown-ups need to have a little Halloween fun too.
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If you don’t think you need a blood-red Halloween cocktail at the end of the long week, then, you probably don’t live with any little monsters, and that’s okay…. always drink because you want to, not because you need to! The good folks over at Cooks With Cocktails found the perfect recipe to fulfill your need Halloween nightcap needs, er, wants.
Trust me, you put this drink in your hand and no one will mess with you.