Vampiric Elixir

The Vampiric Elixir is a chillingly captivating cocktail that is sure to impress at any party. With its blood red hue and mesmerizing smoky effect, this vodka martini adds a spooky twist to your drink experience. The combination of vodka, Chambord, cranberry juice, lemon juice, and grenadine creates a deliciously thrilling concoction that will leave your guests enchanted.

Vampiric Elixir

A blood red vodka martini with a spooky twist, the Vampiric Elixir is perfect for parties and offers a mesmerizing smoky effect that will leave your guests enchanted.

4.46 from 35 votes
Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce Chambord
  • 1/2 ounce 100% unsweetened cranberry juice
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce grenadine
  • Granulated sugar (optional, for the sugar rim)
  • Additional grenadine (optional, for the sugar rim)
  • 1 small dry ice cube (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place granulated sugar on a plate and grenadine on another plate.
  2. Spin the rim of the glass in the grenadine until it coats the entire rim, then dip the glass rim into the plate with the sugar to coat it.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, Chambord, unsweetened cranberry juice, lemon juice, and grenadine.
  4. Add 2 handfuls of regular ice cubes and shake until cold.
  5. Strain the drink into the prepared glass.
  6. Handle dry ice carefully by breaking it into 1/2-inch to 1-inch chunks using a chisel and towel.
  7. Place the dry ice chunks in a cooler until ready to serve, then using tongs, add a chunk to the glass for a smoky effect.
  8. Do not drink the dry ice and wait until it disappears before enjoying your drink.