Description
Spooky, ruby-hued apple cider shots with vodka, a touch of grenadine, and floating blackberries. Easy, party-ready, and perfect for Halloween.
Ingredients
1 cup fresh apple cider, chilled
1/2 cup vodka
1/4 cup grenadine or cranberry juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
8–12 fresh blackberries, for garnish
Ice, for shaking
Black sanding sugar, for rimming (optional)
1 lime wedge or a little apple juice, to wet rims (optional)
Food-grade dry ice, tiny chips (optional; see safety note)
Instructions
1. Chill 8 shot glasses in the freezer for 15–20 minutes.
2. Optional rim: Lightly wet rims with lime wedge or apple juice, then dip in black sanding sugar; set aside.
3. Add apple cider, vodka, grenadine (or cranberry juice), and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker with ice.
4. Shake vigorously until well-chilled, about 15 seconds.
5. Strain into the prepared shot glasses (about 1.5–1.75 oz per glass).
6. Drop 1–2 blackberries into each shot for the ‘poisoned’ effect.
7. Optional dry ice: Using tongs and gloves, add a pea-size chip to each glass; wait until it fully dissipates before drinking.
8. Serve immediately while cold and spooky.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes