Description
The Black Widow Cocktail is a bold and smoky drink combining fresh blackberries, lime juice, mezcal, Concord grape juice, and ginger beer. It’s visually stunning and packed with unique flavors, making it perfect for evening gatherings or Halloween-themed events.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh blackberries, plus more for serving
- 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz mezcal
- 1 oz Concord grape juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- Ice
- Ginger beer for topping off
- Bay leaf for serving
Instructions
- Place blackberries and lime juice in a cocktail shaker and muddle gently to release juices.
- Add mezcal, Concord grape juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
- Double strain the mixture into an ice-filled glass.
- Top off with ginger beer.
- Garnish with a bay leaf and additional blackberries. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not over-muddle the blackberries to avoid a gritty texture.
- Always double strain to ensure a smooth drink.
- Chill your serving glass in advance for the best experience.
- Use fresh lime juice and ripe blackberries for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Black Widow Cocktail, Blackberry Mezcal Cocktail, Halloween Drink, Smoky Cocktail, Ginger Beer Cocktail