Paul Kushner
The Vampire’s Velvet is a deep, richly flavored cocktail that combines cherry vodka, gold tequila, and Cointreau with a touch of grenadine and cranberry juice for a perfectly balanced, velvety drink. This visually striking cocktail is ideal for Halloween or any time you want a cocktail with a bold, fruity punch and a touch of elegance.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Cherry Vodka
- 1 oz Gold Tequila
- 1 oz Cointreau
- 0.5 oz Grenadine
- 3 oz Cranberry Juice
- Mint for garnish
- Cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Fill your glass with ice.
- In a cocktail shaker, add ice, cherry vodka, gold tequila, Cointreau, and grenadine.
- Shake vigorously until well mixed and chilled.
- Strain the mixture into your prepared glass.
- Top off with cranberry juice.
- Garnish with fresh mint and cherry for a colorful and aromatic finish.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- For a slightly more citrus-forward version, use freshly squeezed orange juice in place of cranberry juice.
- To enhance the presentation, freeze some cranberries and use them as ice cubes for a festive touch.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding a little more grenadine if you prefer a sweeter cocktail.
Tasting Notes
Vampire’s Velvet is a bold, fruit-forward cocktail with the rich sweetness of cherry vodka and grenadine balanced by the tangy notes of cranberry juice. The gold tequila adds warmth, while the Cointreau provides a smooth citrus finish. The mint and cherry garnish not only enhance the drink’s presentation but also add refreshing aromas to each sip.
