Whether throwing a costume extravaganza or keeping it simple with scary movies, these BOOzy beverages are the perfect seasonal sips this October. Some ghostly and others sweet, look no further when treating your guests this All Hallows’ Eve. For thrill-seekers looking to kick-off the celebration early, Friday the 13th is a foolproof occasion to test-out these bewitching libations as well.
The Jack – O- Lantern
1 oz. D’USSE VSOP cognac
1 ½ oz. Orange Juice
½ oz. Ginger Ale
½ oz. Triple Sec
Method: Combine all ingredients into shaker and serve in old fashioned glass. Garnish with orange wheel or twist.
The Corpse Reviver
¾ oz Bombay Sapphire Gin
¾ oz Lillet Blanc
¾ oz Cointreau
¾ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
1 dash Absinthe
Method: Shake all ingredients with ice until cold; strain into a chilled cocktail stem. No garnish.
Witches’ Brew
1 oz Bombay Sapphire Gin
3 oz Merlot
1 oz LBV Port
1 bar spoon sugar
Method: Heat ingredients gently over low flame; do not boil. Serve in glass mug and garnish with lemon and orange slices and a cinnamon stick