Jack-o'-Lantern Halloween Cocktail Recipe

This orange and black cocktail uses a blend of cognac and Grand Marnier to pack an unexpected kick.
Halloween Cocktail

Jack-O'-Lantern Cocktail

Cognac, Grand Marnier and orange juice give this sweet sippable an unexpected kick.

By: Andrea Correale

Ingredients

1 ounce cognac
1/2 ounce Grand Marnier
1 1/2 ounces orange juice
1/2 ounce ginger ale
blueberries

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients, except blueberries, in a cocktail shaker.
2. Shake well and strain into a martini glass.
3. Garnish with blueberries for a spooky black and orange effect. 

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