The deep red, almost black color makes this a fun drink for Halloween, but in truth it can be enjoyed any time of year. Make sure to use sweet vermouth, not dry. I like Lustau, but Dolin or Martini & Rossi are good as well.

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Black Magic

Prep Time 2 minutes mins

The deep red, almost black color makes this a fun drink for Halloween, but in truth it can be enjoyed any time of year. Make sure to use sweet vermouth, not dry. I like Lustau, but Dolin or Martini & Rossi are good as well.

5 from 2 votes

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Course Cocktails

Servings 1

Ingredients

 

• 1 ounce bourbon
• 2 ounces sweet red vermouth
• 1 ounce creme de cassis
• 4 blackberries
• ice

Instructions

 

• Place the blackberries in a cocktail shaker or jar with a lid. Add the bourbon and mash the berries with a muddler or large fork. Pour the vermouth and cassis into the container.
• Add the ice, then with the lid on, shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Strain into a coupe glass and enjoy.

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