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Non-Alcoholic Vampire's Kiss Cocktail

A spooky, blood-red Halloween mocktail with lychee 'eyeballs', cranberry and pomegranate juices, perfect for kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Beverage, Party Drink
Cuisine: American, Halloween
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Drink Base
  • 1 cup pomegranate juice
  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • 2 tbsp raspberry syrup or grenadine
  • 1 tsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract optional
  • ice cubes as needed
Eyeball Garnish
  • 4-6 lychees canned or fresh
  • 4-6 maraschino cherries or blueberries for pupils
Optional Decoration
  • fresh mint leaves
  • sugar for rim optional

Equipment

  • Pitcher
  • Mixing spoon
  • Tall glasses
  • Small bowls

Method
 

  1. Chill glasses and ingredients for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a large pitcher, combine pomegranate juice, cranberry juice, raspberry syrup, lime juice, and vanilla extract. Stir gently.
  3. Fill each glass halfway with ice cubes.
  4. Pour the juice mixture into each glass.
  5. Prepare eyeball garnish by stuffing each lychee with a maraschino cherry or blueberry.
  6. Float one eyeball per glass.
  7. Garnish with a small mint leaf on top if desired.
  8. Optional: rim glasses with sugar for extra effect.
  9. Serve immediately or keep chilled for up to 2 hours.

Notes

Mix base juice up to 2 days ahead. Assemble eyeballs just before serving for best effect. Add sparkling water for a fizzy twist.