Description
Vampires Velvet cocktail blends rich crimson colors with mysterious rum and pomegranate flavors. Dark spirits and smooth textures invite passionate mixologists to explore this seductive Halloween-inspired libation that promises intrigue with each elegant sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) vodka
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) blackberry liqueur (such as Chambord)
Juices and Mixers:
- 3 ounces (90 milliliters) cranberry juice
- 0.5 ounces (15 milliliters) fresh lime juice
Garnish and Other:
- Ice cubes
- Blackberries
- Lime wedge
Instructions
- Chill a cocktail shaker and gather all ingredients for a frosty, vibrant libation.
- Load the shaker with substantial ice cubes to ensure optimal temperature control.
- Stream vodka, blackberry liqueur, cranberry juice, and zesty lime juice into the icy chamber.
- Seal the shaker tightly and execute a vigorous, rhythmic shake for approximately 15 seconds, transforming the liquid into a perfectly blended elixir.
- Position a chilled cocktail glass and strategically fill with fresh ice cubes.
- Delicately strain the crimson mixture through a fine mesh, capturing only the silky, well-chilled liquid.
- Embellish the glass rim with plump, ripe blackberries and a tangy lime wedge, creating a visually stunning presentation that hints at the cocktail’s luscious flavor profile.
- Serve immediately to preserve the drink’s frigid temperature and vibrant essence.
Notes
- Swap vodka for a gluten-free vodka brand to make this cocktail celiac-friendly.
- Muddle fresh blackberries in the shaker before adding other ingredients for an extra intense fruit flavor.
- Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for a brighter, more vibrant cocktail taste.
- Chill the glass beforehand in the freezer for a frostier drink that stays cool longer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg