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Embrace the allure of the Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail – an enchanting potion that beckons with a passionate fusion of rich, enigmatic flavors. This blood-red martini is made with vodka and Chambord with a lingering bite of cranberry and sparkling wine.
What’s in the Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail
The Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail is a tantalizing concoction that combines the allure of vodka, the tartness of cranberry juice, the sultry sweetness of Chambord, and a touch of effervescent champagne to create a truly mesmerizing elixir.
Vodka forms the smooth base, while cranberry juice adds a tart twist. The star of the show is Chambord, bringing a rich, raspberry sweetness. A touch of champagne adds effervescent elegance. It’s a bewitching elixir that takes your taste buds on a journey of dark romance and intrigue.
Ingredients Needed
- Vodka
- Chambord – Chambord is a premium raspberry liqueur known for its rich, sweet, and velvety flavor profile.
- Cranberry Juice – Ensure you purchase unsweetened cranberry juice, not the cranberry juice cocktail.
- Champagne – You can use champagne or sparkling wine to top the cocktail.
- Red Gel Food Coloring – To achieve the eerie and captivating look of the Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail, red gel food coloring is used to rim the glass.
How to Make a Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail
- Add the ingredients to your shaker. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and pour in the vodka, Chambord, and cranberry juice. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
- Line the rim of the glass. Using the red gel dye coat the rim of your glass.
- Strain. Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
- Top off the drink. Pour in a splash of champagne or sparkling wine for a fizzy finish. You can also garnish the drink with raspberries or strawberries.
FAQS
The exact origin of the Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail is not widely documented, but it gained popularity as a Halloween-themed cocktail due to its vibrant red color and the suggestive name that ties into vampire lore and the mystery of the night.
To create a non-alcoholic version of the Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail, combine 3 oz of unsweetened cranberry juice, 1 oz of blood orange juice (or regular orange juice), and 1/2 oz of grenadine syrup in a shaker filled with ice. Shake well and strain the mixture into a glass. Add a splash of lemon-lime soda (or sparkling water) for effervescence.
Optionally, use red gel food coloring to create a dripping blood effect on the glass rim. Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry for a captivating finish.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Add dry ice. You can place some dry ice in the bottom of your cocktail glass for a spooky and fun finish. Follow dry ice safety precautions when using.
- Add some grenadine. Some versions use Grenadine. Adding some to the Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail would bring a sweet and slightly tart element to the mixture.
- What else can you make with Chambord? If you’re wondering what else to make with the Chambord you can try a French Martini or a Nuts and Berries Drink or to remain festive you could make a Witches Brew Cocktail.
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Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ ounces Vodka
- 1 ounce Chambord
- 1½ ounce Cranberry Juice
- 1½ ounce Champagne or sparkling wine
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to your shaker. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and pour in the vodka, Chambord, and cranberry juice. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
- Line the rim of the glass. Using the red gel dye coat the rim of your glass.
- Strain. Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
- Top off the drink. Pour in a splash of champagne or sparkling wine for a fizzy finish. You can also garnish the drink with raspberries or strawberries.
Notes
- Add dry ice. You can place some dry ice in the bottom of your cocktail glass for a spooky and fun finish. Follow dry ice safety precautions when using.
- Add some grenadine. Some versions use Grenadine. Adding some to the Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail would bring a sweet and slightly tart element to the mixture.
- What else can you make with Chambord? If you’re wondering what else to make with the Chambord you can try a French Martini or a Nuts and Berries Drink or to remain festive you could make a Witches Brew Cocktail.
