The Vampire Tequila is a hauntingly delightful cocktail that combines the smoothness of white tequila with the tart, pomegranate flavor of PAMA liqueur. Topped with seltzer for a refreshing finish, this drink gets a spooky twist with a blood-red rim that drips down the glass, making it perfect for Halloween parties or any eerie occasion.
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces white tequila
- 1 ounce PAMA liqueur
- Seltzer for topping
- Corn syrup for rimming
- Red food coloring for rimming
- Splash of grenadine for rimming
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the glass: pour some corn syrup into a shallow dish and add a splash of grenadine and a few drops of red food coloring. Stir to combine.
- Dip the rim of your glass into the mixture, allowing the “bloody” syrup to drip down the sides for a gory effect. Set the glass aside.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the white tequila and PAMA liqueur.
- Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with seltzer to add a refreshing fizz to the drink.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the spooky, blood-red allure of the Vampire Tequila.
Notes
- For an even more dramatic effect, add a drop of red food coloring to the seltzer before topping the drink.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less grenadine to the corn syrup mixture for the rim.
- Garnish with a black straw or a plastic vampire fang to complete the eerie presentation.
Tasting Notes
The Vampire Tequila is a vibrant and refreshing cocktail with a perfect balance of tart and sweet. The white tequila provides a smooth base, while the PAMA liqueur adds a fruity pomegranate punch. The seltzer lightens the drink with a crisp fizz, and the “bloody” syrup rim not only looks spooky but also adds a touch of sweetness to each sip. This cocktail is as fun to make as it is to drink, making it a perfect choice for your next Halloween celebration.