Halloween Shimmering Cherry Mocktail or Cocktail Recipe

This bewitching concoction combines the deep, rich flavor of cherry with lime and presents a touch of eerie elegance with its shimmering appearance. Perfect for Halloween parties or simply indulging in the supernatural flavor of dark cherry.

Photo by: Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

Ingredients:

  • 4 oz. unsweetened organic cherry juice
  • 1 oz. lime syrup
  • 1 oz. grenadine

1. Mix Your Potion

In a martini shaker filled with ice, combine the cherry juice, lime syrup and grenadine.

Photo by: Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

2. Shake With Intention

Seal the shaker and shake the ingredients well. Remove the shaker cap and strain the liquid into a martini glass.

Photo by: Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

3. The Magic Ingredient

Add the shimmer powder and stir well.

Photo by: Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

4. Add Effervescence

Top with sparkling water, garnish with the fresh cherry, then serve.

Photo by: Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

5. Serve With Spooky Style

To maintain the shimmer's enchantment, serve your drink with a cocktail pick or swizzle stick. With every stir, the shimmer will dance and dazzle, captivating all who partake.

Bartender’s note: Turn this mocktail into a cocktail by adding 1 oz. of vodka in the martini shaker with the other ingredients.

Photo by: Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

Heather Baird SprinkleBakes.com

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