Sit back and sip on a yummy blackberry martini called the Wild and Witchy!
Friends, we are in for a treat this week as acclaimed romance writer, Dylann Crush has shared one of her favorite cocktail recipes with us, the Wild and Witchy!
It’s a delicious blackberry martini made with a yummy homemade blackberry simple syrup, and of course, vodka!
It’s a delicious cocktail that’s perfect to serve for Halloween, or frankly, any time you’re ready to unleash your inner witch!
Let’s turn it over to Dylann…
Enjoy a Wild and Witchy Cocktail – a yummy blackberry martini
This time of year the sun sets earlier, the nights get darker and there’s a chill in the air that often has nothing to do with the temperature outside.
With goblins and ghouls on the loose, there’s no better way to join in the fun of the season than with a little something Wild & Witchy.
The perfect balance of sweet with a bit of sour, this Halloween-themed beverage will definitely get you in the mood for the upcoming holiday.
Our recipe uses a simple syrup that’s super easy to make at home.
For the Wild & Witchy cocktail we used blackberries but you can make simple syrup with any kind of fruit or even herbs or other seasonings.
If you store it in an air-tight container in the refrigerator, your simple syrup will last a couple of weeks.
If you would like the simple syrup to last a bit longer, add a splash of vodka to extend it’s refrigerated shelf life.
Ingredients to make the Wild and Witchy Cocktail
For this recipe, you’ll be making your own homemade blackberry simple syrup.
Trust us, it’s easy to make and adds so much depth to the drink’s flavor.
Ingredients to make the homemade blackberry simple syrup:
- 1/2 C Water
- 1/2 C Sugar
- 1/2 Cup Fresh Blackberries
Note: One recipe is enough to make about 8 servings, so if you plan on serving quite a few of these, be sure to multiply the recipe.
Or if you’re making just a drink or two, the simple syrup will keep in the refrigerator.
Just store it in an air-tight container and add a splash of vodka to help it last for up to a month.
Note: If fresh blackberries aren’t available, you may use frozen blackberries.
Just be sure to let them thaw before mashing them.
Ingredients to make the wild and witchy blackberry martini:
- 2 oz Berry Flavored Vodka – we used Pinnacle
- 2 oz Grape Juice
- 1 oz Homemade Blackberry Simple Syrup
- Splash of Lemon Juice
- Optional: Edible Glitter
- Lemon Slice, garnish
- Blackberries, garnish
How to Make a Wild and Witchy Cocktail
Pre-Step: Make your homemade blackberry simple syrup first.
You can make this in advance and refrigerate it if you are serving this for a party.
How to make the homemade blackberry simple syrup:
Mix equal parts water and sugar together in a saucepan over medium heat.
While the water and sugar mixture heats up, mash the blackberries.
Add the blackberries to the water and sugar mixture and simmer until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened.
This should take about 10 minutes.
After the mixture has thickened, remove it from heat and let it cool.
Pour through a strainer or piece of cheese cloth to remove any seeds or pieces of fruit.
How to make the Wild and Witchy blackberry martini
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add vodka, grape juice, a generous squeeze of lemon, and the homemade blackberry simple syrup.
Optional: add a dash or two of edible glitter.
Shake well until mixed.
Pour into a martini glass.
Garnish with a slice of lemon and a few blackberries or your choice of garnish and enjoy.
You may enjoy some more of these great martini recipes:
Chocolate Covered Cherry Martini
Chocolate Raspberry Vampires Kiss Martini with Chambord
Chocolate Raspberry Blackcurrant Martini
The Raven Martini made with Black Vodka
You may also enjoy some of our other great Halloween cocktails:
Another Glorious Morning, a Hocus Pocus inspired cocktail
Blood Orange and Bourbon Witches Brew
Blueberry Whiskey Corpse Reviver
Boozy Candy Corn Ice Cream Float
Slow Cooker Baileys Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
Oogie Boogie’s Halloween Punch
Spooky Apple and Mango Spider Cider
Supernatural Inspired Yellow Eyed Demon Cocktail
The Cheery Witches Kombucha Cocktail
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About Dylann Crush
Thank you to guest writer and recipe creator, Dylann Crush for sharing her favorite Halloween martini recipe with us.
Dylann’s Bio: USA Today bestselling author Dylann Crush writes contemporary romance with sizzle, sass, heart and humor.
A true romantic, she loves her heroines spunky and her heroes super sexy.
When she’s not dreaming up steamy storylines, she can be found sipping a margarita and looking for the best Tex Mex in the Upper Midwest.
She loves to connect with readers, other authors and fans of tequila and co-hosts Romance Happy Hour (RomanceHappyHour.com) twice a month where readers can chat with their favorite romance authors while sipping on their favorite cocktails from the comfort of their own home.
You can find her at www.dylanncrush.com.
Wild & Witchy Cocktail
Equipment
- Sauce Pan
- Spoon
- Strainer
- Cheesecloth
- Cocktail Shaker
- Martini Glass
Ingredients
Ingredients to Make the Drink
- 2 ounces Berry-flavored Vodka
- 2 ounces Grape Juice
- 1 ounce Blackberry Simple Syrup
- Edible Glitter optional
- Lemon Juice
Ingredients to Make the Blackberry Simple Syrup
- ½ Cup Water
- ½ Cup Sugar
- ½ Cup Fresh Blackberries
Instructions
How to make the Blackberry Simple Syrup
- Mix equal parts water and sugar together.
- Mash the blackberries as the sugar and water mixture heat.
- Add the fruit to the water and sugar mixture and simmer (about 10 minutes) until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened.
- Let the mixture cool.
- Run through a strainer or piece of cheesecloth to remove any seeds or remaining fruit pieces.
How to Make the Wild and Witchy Cocktail
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice then add the vodka, grape juice, a generous squeeze of lemon and the simple syrup. Add a dash or two of edible glitter.
- Shake until well mixed then strain into a martini glass.
- Garnish with a slice of lemon and a few blackberries or your choice of garnish.
Notes
Nutrition
Hi, I’m Jennifer. I love to cook and entertain. I have a lot of fun sharing traditional food and drink recipes as well as putting a new spin on the classics. I strive to provide easy to make recipes that are perfect for the home cook, bartender and entertainer.
Edible glitter in cocktail recipes is so much fun! And this one tastes great!