10 Wicked Good Cocktails
The highly anticipated movie based on the popular play Wicked hits theaters on Nov. 22, and mixologists are just as excited as the fans. Bartenders and alcohol brands have been sending us plenty of Wicked-themed cocktails — mostly in shades of pink and green — in recent weeks. Here are 10 that we like.
Emerald City Gimlet
Ingredients
2 oz. Empress 1908 cucumber lemon gin¾ oz. Fresh lime juice¾ oz. Simple syrup5-6 Basil leaves
Instructions
Combine all ingredients to a cocktail shaker.
Gently muddle basil to release aromatics.
Shake over ice and fine-strain into cocktail glass.
Garnish with cucumber ribbon on a cocktail pick.
Notes
The mixologists at Empress 1908 created this recipe.
The Good Witch
Ingredients
4 oz. Hampton Water Bubbly sparkling rosé1 oz. Pink lemonade½ oz. Grenadine1 oz. Tito’s vodkaFresh raspberries or strawberriesLemon wheel
Instructions
In a shaker filled with ice, combine the pink lemonade and vodka.
Shake well then strain the mixture into a Champagne flute or a coupe glass.
Slowly top with sparkling rosé, allowing the bubbles to rise.
Drizzle grenadine gently into the glass to create an ombre effect.
Garnish with fresh raspberries or strawberries and a lemon wheel on the rim.
Notes
The mixologists at Hampton Water created this recipe.
Witch’s Redemption
Ingredients
2 oz. Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey1 oz. Matcha honey syrup*¾ oz. Fresh lemon juice6-8 mint leaves plus top of a mint sprig
Instructions
Add the mint leaves (preserving the top of the sprig) to the small half of a cocktail tin.
Add the matcha honey syrup and gently press the mint into the syrup with a cocktail muddler, or another blunt object.
Add the fresh lemon juice and whiskey.
Add 5 ice cubes to the tin, seal with the other side and shake hard for 8-10 seconds.
Double strain (using a Hawthorne and fine mesh strainer) into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
Garnish with the top of a mint sprig. For added aromatics, gently tap the mint to the back of your hand before tucking it into the glass.
Notes
*For Matcha honey syrup
Combine 4 oz. of water with 1 tsp. matcha green tea powder in a small saucepan. Whisk or stir to combine, until all powder is dissolved. Gently heat the mixture on medium-low and add 6 oz. of honey, stirring until the honey is incorporated. Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool. Make sure to mix the syrup before use as it is natural for the matcha powder to separate.
Combine 4 oz. of water with 1 tsp. matcha green tea powder in a small saucepan. Whisk or stir to combine, until all powder is dissolved. Gently heat the mixture on medium-low and add 6 oz. of honey, stirring until the honey is incorporated. Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool. Make sure to mix the syrup before use as it is natural for the matcha powder to separate.
The mixologists at Nearest Green created this recipe.
Pink Potion
Ingredients
1 ½ part Hendrick’s Gin¼ part Campari½ part pineapple juice fresh is best!½ part Lime juice¼ part Simple syrup2 ripe Strawberries
Instructions
Muddle strawberries in the shaker.
Add remaining ingredients and shake over ice.
Strain into an Old Fashioned glass with fresh ice and top with soda.
Garnish with a pineapple wedge and cucumber flower.
Notes
Liz Pearce, Hendrick’s Central U.S. Ambassador, created this recipe.
Green Elixir
Ingredients
½ part Hendrick’s Gin½ part Ancho Reyes Verde chile poblano liqueur1 part Green bell pepper juice¾ part Lemon juice½ part Simple syrup
Instructions
Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake well and strain over fresh ice into a rocks glass.
Garnish with English cucumber slices and serve.
Notes
The mixologists at Hendrick’s created this recipe.
You’re Gonna Be Popular
Ingredients
1 ½ oz. Patrón Silver tequila¾ oz. Lemon juice¾ oz. Simple syrup2 dashes Rosé sparkling wine
Instructions
Combine tequila, lemon juice and simple syrup in a mixing glass.
Add ice, shake thoroughly and strain into a chilled flute.
Top with rosé sparkling wine.
Garnish with edible flowers and sprinkle silver dust on top petals.
Notes
The mixologists at Patrón created this recipe.
For Good Green Matcha
Ingredients
1 ¾ oz. Patrón Silver tequila1 ¼ oz. Citrus sherbet½ oz. Pretzel syrup brown sugar as a easier substitute½ g. Matcha green tea¾ oz. Aquafaba
Instructions
Shake all ingredients with ice.
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a sprinkle of gold dust atop the matcha foam.
Notes
The mixologists at Patrón created this recipe.
Good Witch Gin Fizz
Ingredients
1 ½ oz. Fear City Spirits gin½ oz. Elderflower liqueur½ oz. Fresh strawberry puree¾ oz. Fresh lemon juice½ oz. Simple syrupProsecco
Instructions
In a shaker, combine ingredients (except prosecco) with ice.
Shake well until chilled, then strain into a flute or coupe glass.
Top with prosecco for a bubbly finish.
Garnish with a fresh strawberry slice or a sprig of thyme.
Notes
The mixologists at Fear City Spirits created this recipe.
Emerald Curse
Ingredients
1 ½ oz. Fear City Spirits gin1 oz. Crème de menthe1 oz. Crème de cacao or chocolate liqueur3 large scoops Mint chocolate chip ice cream¼ cup Milk adjust for preferred thicknessWhipped cream for garnishCrushed chocolate chips or dark chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
In a blender, combine the liquid ingredients.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Pour into a chilled glass.
Garnish the rim of the glass with melted chocolate and roll in mini chocolate chips.
Top with whipped cream.
Garnish with fresh mint.
Notes
The mixologists at Fear City Spirits created this recipe.
The Wizard & I
Ingredients
1 oz. Dulce Vida reposado tequila1 oz. Fresh-squeezed lime juice1 oz. Chareau aloe liqueur1 oz. Green Chartreuse¼ oz. Pineapple juice
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a shaker tin set.
Fill with ice, shake hard for 8 seconds.
Double strain using a Hawthorne and fine strainer into a coupe glass.
Garnish with a dehydrated pineapple slice.
Notes
Austin, TX-based beverage consultant Wyn Vida created this recipe for Dulce Vida.
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