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.
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Ingredients:
- 4 oz. unsweetened organic cherry juice
- 1 oz. lime syrup
- 1 oz. grenadine
- 1/4 teaspoon cocktail shimmer powder
- sparkling water
- fresh cherry (for garnish)
1. Mix Your Potion
In a martini shaker filled with ice, combine the cherry juice, lime syrup and grenadine.
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2. Shake With Intention
Seal the shaker and shake the ingredients well. Remove the shaker cap and strain the liquid into a martini glass.
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3. The Magic Ingredient
Add the shimmer powder and stir well.
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4. Add Effervescence
Top with sparkling water, garnish with the fresh cherry, then serve.
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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.
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