This Witches Potion is a smoky, sweet, and tart cocktail with a striking green hue from Midori. Perfect for Halloween or any spooky celebration, it’s both festive and delicious.
Ingredients
🍹 1 ½ ounces Midori
🍊 1 ½ ounces Cointreau or Triple Sec
🌵 1 ounce Mezcal
🍋 1 ounce fresh lime juice
🧊 Large square ice cube (optional)
❄️ Food-grade dry ice pellets or large cube (optional)
🍒 Cocktail cherry or festive prop for garnish (optional)
Equipment
• Cocktail shaker
• Strainer
• Favorite cocktail glass
Yields
1 cocktail
Prep Time
5 minutes
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cocktail
o Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
o Add the Midori, Cointreau (or Triple Sec), Mezcal, and fresh lime juice.
2. Shake and Strain
o Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for 10-15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.
o Strain the drink into your favorite cocktail glass over a large ice cube (optional).
3. Garnish and Serve
o Garnish with a cocktail cherry or a spooky prop like plastic spiders for a festive touch.
4. Optional Dry Ice Effect
o Add a small pellet or cube of food-grade dry ice to the drink for a smoky, bubbling effect.
o Wait until the dry ice fully melts before consuming the drink, or use a straw to avoid contact with the dry ice.
Safety Note
⚠️ Use caution when handling dry ice. Do not let children handle it. Ensure it is food-grade and fully melted before consuming.
Serving Tips
• Party Batch: Scale up the recipe to serve multiple guests and create a dramatic effect with a larger piece of dry ice in a punch bowl.
• Variations: Swap Mezcal with tequila for a lighter, less smoky flavor.
• Presentation: Pair with Halloween-themed snacks for a fully immersive spooky vibe.
Enjoy your Witches Potion, a bewitching cocktail to cast a spell on your guests! 🍹🧙♀️🎃