Dead Man’s Potion

Dead Man’s Potion

Black vodka and coffee liqueur lurk under a dark shimmer of cola, with optional charcoal or glitter for full Halloween effect. Sweet, roasty and theatrically murky.

15.5% ABVMediumCocktails

Easy

Difficulty

4 min

Time

240 Cal

Calories

1

Serving

Flavor profile

Vodka

Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter

Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.

Ingredients

  • Activated Charcoal(optional)· not in your bar1 tsp
  • Vodka· not in your bar1 ½ oz

    Or swap: Gin — adds botanical notes, White Rum — a touch sweeter

  • Coffee Liqueur· not in your bar1 oz

    Or swap: Chocolate Liqueur — leans mocha, Coffee Brandy — drier, boozier

  • Cola· not in your bar2 oz

    Or swap: Root Beer — sweeter, sassafras notes

  • Ice· not in your bar

Instructions

  1. Fill a glass with ice.

  2. Combine vodka and coffee liqueur; stir lightly.

  3. Top with cola for a dark shimmer.

  4. Add edible glitter or charcoal for a smoky look.

Pairs well with

This dark, cola-coffee brew begs for spooky-sweet party treats:

  • Dark chocolate truffles
  • Salted caramel popcorn
  • Black sesame cookies
  • Chocolate-dipped strawberries

Also known as

Black SoulGrim Reaper’s Mix

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