The Poisoned Apple Martini is a hauntingly delicious cocktail perfect for your Halloween celebration. With a wicked blend of vodka, sour apple schnapps, and pomegranate juice, this vibrant red martini offers the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Rimmed with black sanding sugar and garnished with a crisp apple slice, it’s as eerie as it is elegant. Whether you’re hosting a haunted gathering or simply looking for a spooky sip, the Poisoned Apple Martini will cast a spell on your guests and bring a festive, fun twist to your Halloween party!
Poisoned Apple Martini
The Poisoned Apple Martini is a spooky and delicious Halloween cocktail with the perfect mix of tart and sweet flavors. This vibrant red drink is made by combining 2 oz of vodka, 1 oz of sour apple schnapps, 1 oz of pomegranate juice, and 1/2 oz of fresh lemon juice in a shaker with ice. Shake well, then strain into a martini glass rimmed with black sanding sugar for a haunting effect. Garnish with a thin apple slice, and you’ve got a wickedly fun drink that’s sure to be a hit at any Halloween party!
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz sour apple schnapps
- 1 oz pomegranate juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- Black sanding sugar for rimming
- Apple slice for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Rim a martini glass with lemon juice and dip it in black sanding sugar for a spooky effect.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, sour apple schnapps, pomegranate juice, and lemon juice with ice.
- Shake well until chilled, then strain into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with a thin apple slice for a wickedly fun touch.
Notes
- Sour apple schnapps: This adds the signature tart apple flavor, but if you prefer a milder drink, you can reduce the amount slightly or mix with regular apple juice.
- Pomegranate juice: Use 100% pomegranate juice for a deeper red color and richer flavor, or adjust to taste if you prefer a sweeter drink.
- Black sanding sugar: For the spooky rim, black sanding sugar adds a fun Halloween touch, but you can also use colored sugar or even edible glitter for extra flair.
- Garnish options: While a thin apple slice is perfect, you can get creative with Halloween-themed garnishes like candy eyes, spooky cocktail picks, or dried apple chips for extra fun.
- Make it ahead: You can pre-mix the vodka, schnapps, pomegranate, and lemon juice in a pitcher and refrigerate before the party. Rim and garnish each glass when ready to serve.
