Vampiro
A tequila-based cocktail with hibiscus, lime and a spooky twist, this vampiro recipe is the perfect option for that Halloween tipple.
Ingredients
Method
1) Put the sugar, water, hibiscus flowers and ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to the boil over a high heat, stirring occasionally.
2) Remove from the heat and set aside to steep for 30 mins. Sieve and refrigerate until chilled.
For the cocktail:
1) Combine the tequila, 475ml of hibiscus syrup, lime juice and orange liqueur in a large jug. (The vampiro can be made up to this point a day ahead and refrigerated.)
2) To serve, fill a cocktail shaker half way with ice, add the some of the vampiro and shake until chilled. Strain and serve straight-up in a cocktail glass garnished with lime slices. Alternatively, serve over ice in a rocks glass.
Cook's Note: Hibiscus flowers can be found in most Latin markets and maybe labelled by its Jamaican name West Indian sorrel.
A blood-red, boozy brew for Halloween nights!
Fruity, fierce and quick to make, this vampiro recipe combines the haunting combination of white tequila with homemade hibiscus syrup, lime juice, a splash of orange liqueur and just enough chill for a truly classy - and slightly spooky - cocktail.
The best bit is that this is one of those vampiro dishes you can make in no time at all. The syrup comes together by heating sugar, water, hibiscus flowers and ginger on a high heat. Once ready, leave to cool before everything goes into a shaker with ice until frosty.
If you’re feeling adventurous, why not explore more vampiro ideas to make this cocktail your own. Swap triple sec for Cointreau, Grand Marnier or even a blood orange liqueur. For a longer drink, top with soda water or ginger beer for a devilishly fizzy finish.
However you mix it, this vampiro recipe is a sweet, sharp and seriously spooky crowd-pleaser - the perfect Halloween cocktail!
