It’s the season for pumpkin spice, apple cider and of course a classy Halloween gin cocktail!
This is a time when ghosts and ghouls come out to play.
And what better way to celebrate than with a spooky cocktail made with gin?
The Red Spectre is a delicious drink that will please everyone at your Halloween party.
It’s perfect for any party or get together this autumn.
Read on for the recipe and all the details.
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Why you’ll love this Red Spectre Halloween Cocktail
This variation on a gin and tonic comes out a nice red/pink color depending on how much grenadine you use.
If you love the lemon bite of a regular g & t, you will love this cocktail.
This Halloween gin cocktail recipe is:
- Tart and refreshing
- Perfect for Halloween
- A great color for any occasion
- Easy to make
- Impressive
What is the Red Spectre made of?
The red Spectre is a take on the classic gin and tonic, with a bit of a Halloween twist.
It contains 4 simple ingredients, two of them being gin and tonic.
I used the INDOGGO by Snoop Dog for my drink although you can use any kind of gin you like.
- Gin of your choice
- Lemon Juice
- Grenadine
- Tonic Water
If you haven’t heard of INDOGGO Gin then you are in for a treat.
It is a sugar free, gluten free mix of seven premium botanicals infused with all-natural ingredients including strawberry, no sugar with a slightly sweet and fruity finish.
What tools do I need to make the Red Spectre Cocktail?
You really don’t need much in order to make this cocktail which makes it perfect for any party or large gathering when you want to whip them up in minutes.
The only tool you’ll need to make this cocktail:
- A cocktail shaker
- A strainer for pouring the drink without the ice.
Don’t have the tools you need?
If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, a large mason jar works just as well in a pinch.
Use the mason jar lid or a plate to strain the drink if you don’t own a strainer.
How To Make The Halloween Gin Cocktail
Step 1:Combine all the ingredients
Place all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 15 seconds.
Step 2: Strain
Strain the drink into a high ball glass.
Step 3: Fill The Glass
Top the glass up with tonic water
Step 4: Garnish and Serve
Garnish with a slice of lemon if desired.
Halloween Gin And Tonic Cocktail
This pink hued Halloween gin cocktail is perfect for wowing your guests at your next celebration.
If you love Halloween cocktails, you will want to give this easy drink a try.
Ingredients
- 3 oz gin
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- 1/4 oz grenadine
- 1 small can Tonic water
Instructions
Add the gin, lemon juice and grenadine to your cocktail shaker
Shake for 15 seconds then strain into a high ball glass
Top with tonic water
Garnish with lemon and serve immediately
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