The Dark & Stormy is the perfect easy-to-make concoction for any Halloween party. The iconic drink features a refreshing trio of dark rum, ginger beer and lime, but don’t worry, it goes down a lot easier than the name might imply.
Prep time: 1 Minute
Nutrition: 211 Calories
Servings: 1
INGREDIENTS for one Dark & Stormy
50ml dark rum
25ml fresh lime juice , plus a wedge to…
Introducing the most enchanting drink of them all – The Witches’ Cocktail. Straight from the cauldron, this drink is made with the main spooky ingredient of blackberry liqueur – would you dare to drink?
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Serves: 2
Prep time: 5 Minutes
Nutrition: 149 Calories
INGREDIENTS
25ml apple brandy or apple vodka (chilled)
50ml Hogg Norton Blackberry Fruit…
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Around 850,000 people in…
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One of the most iconic Halloween concoctions has to be the Bloody Mary. Whether you love or hate savoury cocktails, there’s no denying this cocktail is one of the ultimate classics you should learn how to make.
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Teens’…
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