This Drunk Witch Cocktail is a fun and festive drink that’s perfect for Halloween! It’s a vibrant and colorful concoction that combines vodka, blue curaçao, and grenadine, topped with a splash of Sprite for a bit of fizz. I love how this cocktail is both easy to make and visually striking, with its layered colors and spooky vibe. It’s sure to be a hit at your Halloween party or any gathering where you want a unique and delicious drink.
Why You’ll Love This Drunk Witch Cocktail
- Festive and Fun: The layered colors and spooky name make this cocktail perfect for Halloween.
- Easy to Make: This recipe uses simple ingredients and requires no special bartending skills.
- Sweet and Fruity: The combination of grenadine, blue curaçao, and Sprite creates a sweet and fruity flavor.
- Customizable: You can adjust the amounts of each ingredient to your liking.
- Eye-Catching: The layered colors make this cocktail a visual treat.
Ingredients for Drunk Witch Cocktail
Here’s what you’ll need to make this spooky cocktail. The full list with measurements is in the recipe card below.
Main Ingredients
- Vodka (Liquor)
- Blue curaçao (Liqueur)
- Grenadine (Syrup)
- Sprite (Soda)
- Ice
For The Rim (Optional)
- Corn Syrup
- Green Sugar
Garnish
- Star Sprinkles
(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card below.)
Variations
I love this Drunk Witch Cocktail as is, but here are a few ideas for variations:
- Different Alcohol: Use rum, tequila, or gin instead of vodka.
- Add Fruit Juice: Add a splash of pineapple juice, orange juice, or cranberry juice for extra flavor.
- Make it a Mocktail: Omit the vodka and blue curaçao for a non-alcoholic version.
- Different Colors: Use different colors of food coloring or liqueurs to create different color combinations.
- Spooky Garnishes: Garnish with gummy worms, plastic spiders, or other Halloween-themed decorations.
How to Make a Drunk Witch Cocktail
Let me show you how easy it is to make this Drunk Witch Cocktail:
Prepare Glass (Optional)
- Dip the glass into corn syrup.
- Then, dip it into green sugar.
Fill with Ice
- I fill a tumbler with ice.
Combine Ingredients
- I combine all of the ingredients (vodka, blue curaçao, and grenadine) in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Strain and Top
- I strain the ingredients over the ice in the prepared glass.
- I top with Sprite.
Garnish
- Garnish and serve
Tips and Tricks for the BEST Cocktail
Here are my secrets for making this cocktail truly spooktacular:
- Use Good Quality Vodka: A good quality vodka will make a difference in the flavor of the cocktail.
- Chill the Ingredients: Make sure all the ingredients are well-chilled before making the cocktail.
- Shake Well: Shaking the cocktail with ice helps to chill it and combine the ingredients properly.
- Serve Immediately: This cocktail is best served immediately, while it’s cold and the colors are vibrant.
How to Serve
This Drunk Witch Cocktail is perfect for:
- Halloween Parties: A fun and festive cocktail for your Halloween party.
- Themed Parties: Perfect for any spooky or witch-themed party.
- Cocktail Parties: A unique and delicious cocktail to serve at any gathering.
Make Ahead and Storage
You can prepare the individual components (chill the vodka, blue curaçao, and Sprite) ahead of time, but it’s best to assemble the cocktail just before serving.
FAQs about Drunk Witch Cocktail
- Can I make this without the alcohol?
- Yes, you can omit the vodka and blue curaçao for a non-alcoholic version.
- Can I use a different type of soda?
- Yes, you can use any type of clear soda you like, such as 7-Up, ginger ale, or club soda.
- What does blue curaçao taste like?
- Blue curaçao is a liqueur flavored with the dried peel of the laraha citrus fruit, which is found on the island of Curaçao. It has a slightly bitter orange flavor.
Enjoy this fun, flavorful, and spooky Drunk Witch Cocktail! It’s a perfect way to celebrate Halloween or any occasion that calls for a unique and delicious drink.
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Drunk Witch Cocktail
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails, Halloween
- Cuisine: American
Description
This vibrant and colorful “Drunk Witch” cocktail is a fun and festive drink, perfect for Halloween parties or any occasion where you want a visually striking and flavorful beverage. It combines vodka, blue curaçao, and grenadine for a layered effect, topped with Sprite for a touch of fizz.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 2 ounces blue curaçao
- 2 ounces grenadine
- Sprite (or other lemon-lime soda), to top
- Ice cubes
For Garnish (Optional):
- Light corn syrup
- Green sanding sugar or sprinkles
- Star Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare Glass (Optional): If desired, rim the glass with green sugar. To do this, pour a small amount of light corn syrup onto a plate. Pour some green sanding sugar or sprinkles onto another plate. Dip the rim of the glass into the corn syrup, then dip it into the green sugar, coating the rim evenly.
- Fill Glass with Ice: Fill a tumbler glass with ice cubes.
- Combine Ingredients in Shaker: Add the vodka, blue curaçao, and grenadine to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake: Seal the cocktail shaker tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds, or until the outside of the shaker is very cold.
- Strain into Glass: Strain the mixture from the cocktail shaker into the prepared glass filled with ice.
- Top with Sprite: Top off the drink with Sprite (or other lemon-lime soda).
- Garnish (Optional): Garnish with star sprinkles, if desired.
- Serve Immediately
Notes
- Vodka: Use your preferred brand of vodka.
- Blue Curaçao: Blue curaçao is an orange-flavored liqueur with a vibrant blue color. It’s essential for achieving the drink’s signature look.
- Grenadine: Grenadine is a non-alcoholic pomegranate syrup that adds sweetness and a red color.
- Sprite: You can use any lemon-lime soda, such as Sprite, 7-Up, or Sierra Mist.
- Layering: The different densities of the liquids will naturally create a layered effect, with the grenadine sinking to the bottom.
- Garnishes: Get creative with your garnishes! In addition to star sprinkles, you could use a lime wedge, an orange slice, or even a spooky Halloween-themed garnish.
- Serving suggestions: Enjoy