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Today I bring to you The Deathly Hallows Cocktail.
Yes, we are talking yet another Harry Potter inspired cocktail today. I didn’t intend to share two back to back Harry Potter inspired cocktails (see the Death Eater Negroni), but after a pumpkin cocktail fail (it was bad…don’t ask), I fell back on a recipe that I knew would be good…and fun!
As you guys can see, I am clearly having fun with these Halloween posts. I think it’s been just such a crazy busy year, that I’m just having way too much fun letting the creative holiday freak in me come out. Not going to lie, it’s a little hard developing so many cocktail recipes (especially for someone who is relatively new to making cocktails), but I’m also loving the challenge.
So, what is The Deathly Hallows Cocktail?
This drink is different from any others I’ve ever created. It’s a mix some of my autumn favorites. A splash of cranberry juice, a little tequila, a dash of orange liquor, lemon juice for warmth, maple for sweetness, and topped off with ginger beer…mostly because it’s just my favorite. This is sweet, smoky, and all things cozy, but also gives off the spookiest of Halloween vibes. To give the drink a little smokiness, I finished each drink off with a sprig of fresh thyme that I then lit on fire. It’s mostly just fun for presentation, but it does infuse the drink with hints of fresh thyme, which I love paired with the cranberry.
Also, if your aren’t into cranberry flavors, pomegranate or blackberry juice (just mash up a few blackberries) would both be great in its place.
With yesterday’s Hocus Pocus brownies, and today’s Deathly Hallows cocktail, I’m really hoping to have put you guys into the Halloween spirit.
My Saturday night is all about spooky cocktails and Halloween decorating…pretty excited about it!
The Deathly Hallows Cocktail
Servings: 1 drink
Calories Per Serving: 354 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 - 2 ounces silver tequila or Mezcal
- 2 1/2 ounces cranberry or pomegranate juice
- 1/2 ounce orange liquor
- 1/2 ounce lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon real maple syrup
- ginger beer, for topping
- fresh thyme, for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Combine all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker and fill with ice. Shake until combined and then strain into glass. Top with ginger beer. 2. Garnish with thyme. If desired light on fire for a smoky effect.
The Deathly Hallows Cocktail Pitcher
Servings: 8 servings
Calories Per Serving: 207 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups silver tequila or Mezcal
- 3 cups cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup orange liquor
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/4-1/3 real maple syrup, to taste
- ginger beer for topping
- fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- 1. In a large pitcher, combine the tequila, cranberry juice, orange liquor, lemon juice, and maple. Chill until ready to serve. 2. Top with ginger beer just before serving.
and with that…I solemnly swear that I am up to no good.
ps. the glasses are from Pottery Barn, but sold out. Below are some other options I love.
this Halloween skull old-fashioned glass.
this Halloween skull old-fashioned glass in black.
this skull decanter.
this skull punch bowl with matching skull mugs.
We only had tart cherry juice, so we used that and it was delicious! Highly recommend, this will be in our regular rotation.
So glad you enjoyed this cocktail!! xT
Can you use vodka instead of tequila for this recipe?!
Hey Shiloh,
Totally, vodka would be great to use here! I hope you love this recipe, let me know if you give it a try! Cheers! xx
Had to try anything with a Harry Potter theme! I’ve made this recipe a few times for dinner parties with pomegranate juice and mezcal and it is fantastic! A lovely, complex, and well balanced cocktail. Not too sweet and the citrus & ginger really brighten up the smokey/earthy flavors from the mezcal & pomegranate.
The maple syrup as a sweetener adds that perfect autumnal “je ne sais quois”. Never would of thought of it.
This is one of your best recipes! So creative 🙂
Hey Casey,
Happy Friday!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks a bunch for making it! 👻
hahahah…..wow Super cocktail! Perfect for our Halloween night good jobs
Thanks so much!!
Nice Recipe!!!
Thank you!
Wow, Great One, I like this post.
Thanks!
Nice, Great post, Thanks
Thanks!
Wow very testy this. I eat this this food.
Thanks!
Amzing I love this post
Thanks so much!!
Waoh! Great Post, Thanks
Thank you!