The Black Cat
INGREDIENTS
- 2 oz rye whiskey (or bourbon for a smoother finish)
- ¾ oz Averna or Amaro (adds richness and herbal depth)
- 2 dashes black walnut bitters (or Angostura if unavailable)
- 1 bar spoon cherry juice (for a bloody touch)
- Garnish: Luxardo cherry or a “bloody” maraschino
- Optional: A small sprig of rosemary, torched for smoky effect
- Optional: Black salt rim for a fun addon. Rim half the glass with black lava salt for a cursed aesthetic.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add rye whiskey, amaro, bitters, and cherry juice to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- Stir until well chilled (around 30 seconds).
- Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass.
- Garnish with the cherry — or float it like a lurking omen in the center.
- Optional: Light the rosemary briefly before dropping it in for a smoky flair.
VIDEO HOW-TO
NOTES
Friday the 13th: The Black Cat Cocktail
🕯️ Theme: Dark, mysterious, and dangerously smooth
🍸 Vibe: A gothic twist on a Black Manhattan
🔮 Perfect For: Late-night sips, horror movie marathons, or a spooky get-together
🍸 Vibe: A gothic twist on a Black Manhattan
🔮 Perfect For: Late-night sips, horror movie marathons, or a spooky get-together
This sinister sipper is inspired by the superstition surrounding Friday the 13th — a day when shadows stretch a little longer and luck plays tricks on the bold. The amaro gives it a dark soul, the rye brings a bite, and the cherry juice hints at something deliciously wicked.
Craving more creepy curiosities? Dive deeper into the mystery behind the day with our blog post "Friday the 13th: Where Superstition Meets Spooky Fun" over on our sister site, Chronicle of Curiosity:
https://chronicleofcuriosity.com/2025/06/13/friday-the-13th-where-superstition-meets-spooky-fun/
https://chronicleofcuriosity.com/2025/06/13/friday-the-13th-where-superstition-meets-spooky-fun/
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