When setting up a bar for any occasion, I like to offer a festive mock-tail for those who may not be drinking alcohol but still want to partake in feeling festive.
This Poison Apple Spritzer also includes the Vampire’s Blood Syrup, a basic simple syrup that has been infused with dried hibiscus flowers and sweet cherries. The hibiscus and cherries create a deep, dark red colored simple syrup that is perfectly sweet with a hint of acidity that brightens everything from iced tea to craft cocktails.
The deep blood-red color is a perfect addition to a Halloween-themed bar, but this light and refreshing mocktail can be enjoyed throughout the holiday season as well.
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Poison Apple Spritzer
Yields 1 serving
1 ounce Vampire’s Blood Syrup or hibiscus and cherry simple syrup
2 to 4 dashes Angostura bitters
5 ounces apple cider
2 ounces club soda or sparkling water
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1 apple slice, for garnish
- Pour the Vampire’s Blood Syrup (recipe on page 103) along with the dashes of bitters into a festive glass. Swirl to combine.
- Add in some ice and the apple cider. Top it off with sparkling water and stir.
- Garnish with the apple slice, and serve.
This article was originally published in the October 2024 issue of 225 Magazine.