Black Widow Sparkler Drink (Printer-Friendly)

Sparkling black drink with cranberry, lime, and vodka, perfect for a dramatic Halloween touch.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Alcoholic Base

01 - 1.5 fl oz black vodka (or regular vodka with 2 drops black food coloring)

→ Juices and Soda

02 - 3 fl oz cranberry juice
03 - 3 fl oz sparkling water (substitute lemon-lime soda for a sweeter profile)
04 - 0.5 fl oz fresh lime juice

→ Additional

05 - Ice cubes
06 - Lime wedge, black sugar, or black licorice for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Optionally rim a tall glass with black sugar for a spooky presentation.
02 - Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill the beverage properly.
03 - Pour black vodka (or vodka with food coloring), cranberry juice, sparkling water, and fresh lime juice into the glass.
04 - Gently stir to blend flavors. Garnish with a lime wedge, black licorice straw, or plastic Halloween-themed decoration.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - Freshly squeezed lime juice enhances the zesty brightness unmatched by bottled alternatives.
02 - For a non-alcoholic version, substitute black vodka with regular vodka and food coloring, or omit alcohol entirely.
03 - Serve in tall glasses to showcase the sparkling bubbles and dramatic black color.