Description
Spooky Lemonade is the perfect Halloween drink that combines refreshment with a touch of eerie charm. This dark, zesty beverage features a delightful blend of fresh lemon juice and food-grade activated charcoal, giving it a unique black hue that’s sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this spooky drink is ideal for Halloween parties or any gathering where you want to add a fun twist. Serve it over ice and garnish with a lemon slice for an eye-catching presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 cups water (divided)
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon food-grade activated charcoal powder
- Ice cubes (for serving)
- 1 lemon (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large pitcher, mix the cooled simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and the remaining 2 cups of cold water.
- Add the activated charcoal powder and stir until fully dissolved for a uniform dark color.
- Fill four clear glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade evenly into each glass.
- Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approximately 240ml)
- Calories: 134
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg