Bloody Vesper

The Bloody Vesper is a bold and bewitching cocktail that combines the rich, tart flavor of blood orange juice with the classic elegance of gin, vodka, and dry vermouth. With a grenadine-rimmed glass and a deep, vibrant color, this drink is perfect for Halloween parties or any time you want to embrace your dark side with style.

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Bloody Vesper

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Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Blood Orange Juice, dry vermouth, dry vermouth cocktails, Gin, grenadine, grenadine cocktails, Halloween gin cocktail, Vodka, vodka cocktails

Servings: 1

Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

• Mixing Glass
• Bar Spoon
• Strainer
• Coupe Glass
• Jigger

Ingredients

• 1 oz gin
• 1 oz vodka
• 1.5 oz blood orange juice
• 0.75 oz dry vermouth
• 0.5 oz grenadine
• Grenadine for rimming

Instructions

• Begin by rimming your serving glass with grenadine: dip the rim of the glass into grenadine, coating it evenly for a blood-like effect.
• In a mixing glass, add the blood orange juice, gin, vodka, dry vermouth, and 0.5 oz of grenadine.
• Add a large ice cube and stir the mixture for 30 seconds to chill and combine the flavors.
• Strain the cocktail into the grenadine-rimmed glass for a striking presentation.
• Serve and enjoy your Bloody Vesper, a cocktail as daring and delicious as it is dramatic!

Notes

Pro Tips

• For an even more intense flavor, use freshly squeezed blood orange juice.
• If you prefer a sweeter drink, adjust the amount of grenadine to taste.
• For an extra spooky touch, garnish with a slice of blood orange or a dark cherry.

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Tasting Notes

The Bloody Vesper delivers a rich combination of tart blood orange juice, the crispness of gin and vodka, and the bittersweet balance of dry vermouth. The grenadine adds a subtle sweetness and a vivid color, making each sip as thrilling as its presentation. This cocktail is bold, refreshing, and perfect for a night of dark delights.