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Lychee Berry Eyeball Elixir: A Spooky Halloween Cocktail with red berries, lychee eyeball skewers, and a purple-hued liquid on a granite countertop with a spooky-themed tablecloth.

Lychee Berry Eyeball Elixir: A Spooky Halloween Cocktail

Lorelei Chan
Spook up your Halloween party with this creepy yet delicious Lychee Berry Eyeball Elixir. The combination of lychee, berries, and a hint of sweetness creates a spooky potion that will leave your guests enchanted.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Other
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Muddler
  • Strainer
  • Martini glasses or serving glasses
  • Knife
  • cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Ice scoop or tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 8 Lychee fruit
  • 1 cup Mixed berries (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
  • 1/2 cup Vodka
  • 1/4 cup Simple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 4 Eyeball garnish (e.g., lychee fruit stuffed with blueberries)
  • as needed Ice cubes

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the eyeball garnish - Take the lychee fruits and cut them in half, removing the pit. Stuff a blueberry into the hollow center of each lychee half, creating an eerie eyeball. Set aside. - For an even spookier effect, you can use a small food-safe marker to draw veins or bloodshot patterns on the lychee fruit before stuffing them with blueberries.
  • Muddle the mixed berries - Place the mixed berries in a cocktail shaker and muddle them gently to release their juices. If you prefer a smoother texture, you can strain the muddled berries to remove any seeds or pulp. - If you don't have a muddler, you can use the back of a spoon or a wooden muddle-like tool to gently crush the berries.
  • Add the lychee fruit - Add the lychee fruit to the cocktail shaker with the muddled berries. -
  • Pour in the vodka - Measure and pour the vodka into the cocktail shaker. - If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, you can omit the vodka and replace it with sparkling water or a fruit juice of your choice.
  • Sweeten with simple syrup - Measure and add the simple syrup to the cocktail shaker. - Adjust the amount of simple syrup to taste. If you prefer a less sweet elixir, reduce the amount of simple syrup or omit it entirely.
  • Squeeze in lime juice - Cut a lime in half and squeeze fresh lime juice into the cocktail shaker. - For an extra pop of citrus flavor, you can add a few lime slices to the cocktail shaker and muddle them along with the mixed berries.
  • Shake and strain - Close the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously to combine all the ingredients. Strain the mixture into martini glasses or serving glasses. - If you don't have a cocktail shaker, you can use a large mason jar with a tight-fitting lid. Just make sure to strain the mixture into the glasses to remove any pulp or seeds.
  • Garnish and serve - Place one of the prepared lychee eyeballs on the rim of each glass as a spooky garnish. Optionally, you can add a few ice cubes to the glass before pouring the elixir. Serve the Lychee Berry Eyeball Elixir immediately and enjoy! - If you want to go the extra mile, you can serve the elixir in dry ice for a smoky effect. Just be sure to handle the dry ice with gloves and follow safety precautions.