Halloween gives everyone a chance to be something they're not for just for one day. Since we're no longer at an age where we can go knocking on doors for candy, we celebrate this fun holiday like (responsible) grown-ups. Here are Joe Canal's of Woodbridge and Lawrenceville's Top 5 Halloween Cocktails!
1. Corpse Reviver - This classic of the 1930s has both a fun name and a retro cocktail vibe. The drink is primarily a cognac cocktail that is very easy to build and only requires three ingredients. You will need 2 oz. of Cognac, 1 oz. of Calvados (or any apple brandy) and 1 oz. of sweet vermouth. Pour all the ingredients into a mixing glass then stir with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. This cocktail looks great with its deep brown red hue and has an easy sipping nature.
2.Dracula’s Kiss - If there is one name that screams Halloween, it’s Dracula. This cocktail does not dishonor the name. To make this dark and delish drink you will need 1 oz. black cherry vodka, ½ oz. grenadine, cola, and two maraschino cherries. Start by coating the bottom of the glass with the grenadine, then fill the glass with ice and add the vodka, followed by topping off the drink with cola. The last part of the build is to skewer two cherries over the drink for the look of glowing red eyes staring back at you.
3. Almond Joy - This drink pays homage to a favorite classic Halloween candy. The Almond Joy cocktail is decadently light and sweet with just a touch of chocolate flavor, which makes it a hit with most crowds. To make, you will need the following ingredients: 2 oz. Coconut rum, 1 oz. Dark crème de cacao, and a splash of cream. Combine all the ingredients in a shaker with ice, give a light shake, and strain into a well chilled cocktail glass.
4. Jack-o-Lantern - It may not taste like a pumpkin, but you'll be hard pressed to find another cocktail that is this close, visually. The “jack” uses four easy ingredients plus one creative garnish; you will need 1 oz. VSOP Cognac, 1 ½ oz. orange juice, ½ oz. of ginger ale, ½ oz. Grand Marnier, and finally one orange wheel with a rolled sprig of mint or lime stabbed though to look like a pumpkin top. To build this drink, combine all ingredients except the orange slice in a mixing glass, stir with ice (DO NOT SHAKE!), strain into a rocks or lowball glass, then top with your pumpkin top lid. The drink is fun, tasty and visually striking. You will love making them, and your guests will love drinking them!
5.Broken Leg Punch - Don’t let the name fool you, this spiced punch is an amazing fall drink. The dark brown cider is well represented here and uses a lot of the spices you may already have in your home. To make this you will need the following: 3 cups apple cider, 1 tbls. raisins, 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 lemon slices, and finally 1 cup of bourbon. To make, combine all ingredients in a sauce pan and slowly bring to a boil, then remove from heat and remove the cinnamon sticks. The recipe makes enough for about 6 punch cups worth, but you may want to double the amount when you make it, this goes fast!
We hope that with these festive cocktails in hand, you show your guests that you don’t have to be a kid on Halloween to receive some fun treats!. Here’s to the holiday that should make every one happy to indulge even if just for one day!
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