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Spooky Halloween Mocktail

Spooky Halloween Mocktail

Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: halloween, halloween mocktails, honey, honey cocktails, Lemon Juice, lemon juice cocktails, orange juice,, tonic water, tonic water cocktails
Servings: 6
Author: Paul Kushner

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces orange juice
  • 8 ounces tonic water
  • 2 ounces lemon juice
  • 2 ounces honey
  • 1 tablespoon black non-pareils crushed
  • 2 drops red and 5 drops yellow food coloring optional

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, and honey. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  • If using food coloring, add it to the mixture while it's simmering to achieve a spooky orange hue. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
  • While the mixture is simmering, crush the black non-pareils by placing them in a plastic bag and smashing them with a meat tenderizer or a heavy object, like a can of soup.
  • Spread the crushed non-pareils on a small plate. Dip the rims of your glasses into water or lemon juice, then press the rims into the crushed non-pareils to coat them with a spooky cobweb-like effect.
  • Pour 4 ounces of the juice mixture into each glass.
  • Top each glass with tonic water to create a fizzy finish.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy your spooky, festive mocktail!

Notes

Pro Tips
  • For an extra eerie look, use black or Halloween-themed straws to add to the presentation.
  • Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey according to your taste.
  • Consider adding a spooky garnish, such as a small plastic spider or a gummy worm on the rim.
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