Spooky Sips & Halloween Tricks: Black Magic Margaritas Inside!

Get ready for Halloween with eerie cocktails, fun facts, and spooky garnishes!

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Mixologist Master
October 10, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes

Hello, cocktail enthusiasts! With Halloween just around the corner, it's time to start brewing up some spooky drinks to add a hauntingly good twist to your parties. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply want to sip something spine-chilling, this week's newsletter is packed with eerie cocktail ideas, ghoulish garnishes, and a dose of Halloween history. So, grab your cauldron (or cocktail shaker) and let's get into the spooky spirit! 👻

Bar Trivia❓

What vegetable was originally used to carve jack-o’-lanterns before pumpkins became popular?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

Drink of the Week

The Black Magic Margarita is a dark, mysterious twist on the classic margarita. Made with activated charcoal, this cocktail not only looks enchanting but also tastes delicious, with its perfect blend of tequila, lime, and a hint of sweetness. The charcoal adds an eerie, jet-black hue without affecting the flavor, making it the ideal Halloween party drink and is guaranteed to impress your guests.

Spooky Garnishes

Add some extra fright to your cocktails with these creative, spooky garnishes!

1. Eyeballs Made from Lychee & Blueberries

  • What you'll need: Canned lychees, fresh blueberries, and toothpicks.

  • How to make:

    • Insert a blueberry into the center of a lychee to create a creepy eyeball effect.

    • Skewer it with a toothpick and place it on the rim of your glass, or drop it into your drink for a ghoulish surprise!

2. Spider Web Garnish with Spun Sugar

  • What you'll need: Sugar, water, and a fork or whisk.

  • How to make:

    • Heat sugar and a small amount of water over medium heat until it reaches the caramel stage.

    • Dip a fork or whisk into the caramelized sugar and quickly spin it over parchment paper to create a thin web-like effect.

    • Once cool, gently place the spun sugar “web” on top of your cocktail for a sweet and spooky garnish!

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Twinkle, twinkle little star….Point me to the nearest bar.

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Fun Facts - The Origins of Halloween 🎃

Did you know that Halloween’s origins date back over 2,000 years to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain? Celebrated on October 31st, Samhain marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter—a time when the boundary between the worlds of the living and the dead was thought to be blurred. People would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off roaming spirits.

As the tradition made its way to America, it became what we now know as Halloween, with spooky costumes, trick-or-treating, and pumpkin carving.

💡 Answer to Trivia Question:

Turnips!
In Ireland and Scotland, people would carve turnips and other root vegetables to ward off evil spirits. When immigrants brought the tradition to America, they discovered pumpkins, which were easier to carve, and the rest is history!

Get into the spooky spirit with these eerie cocktails and fun garnishes! Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or simply indulging in a festive drink, there's no better way to celebrate the season. Try your hand at the Black Magic Margarita and don’t forget to share your spooky cocktail creations with us. Until next week, happy haunting!

Cheers,

Andrea