Deadly Cherry Smash Cocktail

This Deadly Cherry Smash Cocktail is a hauntingly beautiful red Halloween drink that's perfect for the holiday! It combines the sweet and tart flavors of cherry and citrus, with a kick of vodka for an unforgettable cocktail experience. Garnished with brandied cherries, it's a spooky and delicious addition to any Halloween celebration.

Deadly Cherry Smash Cocktail

A hauntingly beautiful red Halloween cocktail made with cherry, citrus, and vodka, garnished with brandied cherries.

4.39 from 85 votes
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 1 1/2 ounces cherry juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 4 fresh mint leaves
  • Brandied cherries (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker or large glass, mash the mint and lemon juice together.
  2. Add the cherry juice, vodka, and a scoop of ice. Shake vigorously until very cold, approximately 30 seconds.
  3. Fill a cocktail glass with ice.
  4. Strain the cherry cocktail over the ice.
  5. Garnish with brandied cherries. Serve and enjoy!