Inspired by the Broadway musical (and now movie), this wicked witch cocktail is a green, witch-themed drink perfect for Halloween and movie night alike! I like to add a purple rim as well for an extra festive touch. This vodka-based mixed drink is a delicious witch’s brew sure to delight!
What is a Wicked Witch Cocktail?
A wicked witch cocktail is a Halloween-themed drink perfect for the spooky season, and inspired by the Broadway classic Wicked.
This mixed drink has a vodka base, and a mix of fruity ingredients that result in a spooky green color that definitely gives Elphaba vibes.
I love how the addition of Sprite makes it bubble a little bit too, just like a witch’s cauldron! To make it even more potion-like, add some edible glitter to the mix!
You can customize your witches brew cocktail with garnishes like a purple sugar rim, a cherry topper, or even a gummy worm to add a creepy vibe! This drink is a perfect way to impress your guests at your next Halloween party, movie night, and more!
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Wicked Witch Cocktail Ingredients
- 1 oz vodka
- ½ oz Midori
- ½ oz blue curacao
- 2-3 oz orange juice (depending on desired hue and strength)
- 2 oz Sprite, 7-Up, or another lemon-lime soda (or to taste)
- ⅛ tsp food grade green luster dust
For the Rim (Optional)
- Wedge fresh lemon
- Purple sanding sugar
Ingredient Tips and Substitutions
- You could swap the vodka for another clear liquor like tequila or white rum if preferred
- The Midori could be swapped for another green liqueur (like apple pucker)
- Luster dust is optional, but adds a really fun, potion-like element to the drink
How to Make the Wicked Witch Cocktail
- (Optional) To rim your glass, run a fresh lemon wedge around the edge of a martini glass to wet it. Then, dip the wet edge onto a plate or shallow bowl with the purple sanding sugar and turn until coated
- To a cocktail shaker, add the vodka, Midori, blue curacao, orange juice, and green luster dust, along with a couple ice cubes
- Shake until chilled and lightly frothy, about 20-30 seconds, then strain the mixture into your prepared martini glass
- Top with the Sprite or 7-Up
- Garnish with a cherry or gummy worm if desired (optional) and enjoy!
What to Serve With a Wicked Witch Drink
- Apple Witch Brooms
Recipe FAQs
Can The Wicked Witch Cocktail Be Made In A Large Batch?
Yes, the wicked witch cocktail can easily be made into a punch by scaling up the ingredients for the desired number of servings.
Simply combine them in a pitcher or punch bowl, and top with soda just before serving for maximum effervescence.
What Makes The Wicked Witch Cocktail A Good Halloween Drink?
The wicked witch cocktail is perfect for Halloween because of its vibrant green color, reminiscent of the Wicked Witch of the West.
Aside from the spooky potion or witch’s brew vibes, it also has a sweet fruity flavor that’s a crowd pleaser, making it ideal for adult Halloween parties or movie nights.
How Can I Adjust The Sweetness Of The Wicked Witch Cocktail?
To reduce the sweetness of the wicked witch, you can use unsweetened lemon (or lime) sparkling water or soda water instead of the Sprite.
For a sweeter drink, add more orange juice, or use simple syrup to adjust to your personal tastes.
Can I Make a Mocktail Version of This Drink?
Yes, though making a mocktail wicked witch requires quite a few swaps. The Midori can be replaced with green apple juice, or another similarly colored juice drink. I recommend a non-alcoholic blue curacao syrup, or a drop of blue food coloring for the blue element.
Simply omit the vodka and use a little extra Sprite, and the orange juice can of course stay. The edible glitter can definitely still be added to keep the fun potion-like appearance that kids and non drinkers will enjoy!
Recipe Pro Tips For the Best Wicked Witch Cocktail
- The luster dust will naturally settle as it sits, so you’ll want to re-stir the drink periodically to make it extra sparkly again!
- If you do add a cocktail cherry to for a garnish, make sure to dry it off well or it will drip red coloring into your drink and throw off the color
- This drink is on the weaker side due to the ratio of liquor to mixers. You can add more vodka if you prefer a stronger cocktail
Wicked Witch Storage and Serving Tips
- You can mix everything but the soda up to 24 hours in advance and store it in a pitcher in the refrigerator (scale for as many servings as you want). Give it a stir, then pour into individual glasses, top with soda, and garnish to serve!
- A martini glass is the most common option for the wicked witch cocktail. However, you can use a coupe glass, or any lowball-style glass if you don’t have one
- Witches Brew Jello Shots
Final Thoughts
This wicked witch cocktail is such a fun Halloween beverage, with a witchy green color that gives Elphaba vibes, right from the Wicked musical and movie.
With some soda to make it “bubble” like a witch’s cauldron and some edible glitter to make it a fun potion, this vodka-based spooky drink is sure to be a hit at your adult Halloween night party, witch themed party, movie night, and more!
Looking for more themed cocktails for your party? I’ve got lots of Vodka Halloween Cocktails and delicious Witch Cocktail Recipes for inspiration!
Wicked Witch Cocktail (Wicked Themed Drink)
Equipment
- Shaker (or similar)
- Martini glass (or similar)
Ingredients
- 1 ounce vodka (or to taste)
- ½ ounce Midori melon liqueuer
- ½ ounce blue curacao
- 2-3 ounces orange juice (depending on desired hue and strength)
- 2 ounces Sprite or 7-Up (or to taste)
- ⅛ tsp food grade green luster dust
For the Rim (Optional)
- 1 wedge fresh lemon
- 1 Tbsp purple sanding sugar (amount approximate)
Instructions
- (Optional) To rim your glass, run a fresh lemon wedge around the edge of a martini glass to wet it. Then, dip the wet edge onto a plate or shallow bowl with the purple sanding sugar and turn until coated1 wedge fresh lemon, 1 Tbsp purple sanding sugar
- To a cocktail shaker, add the vodka, Midori, blue curacao, orange juice, and green luster dust, along with a couple ice cubes1 ounce vodka, ½ ounce Midori melon liqueuer, ½ ounce blue curacao, 2-3 ounces orange juice, ⅛ tsp food grade green luster dust
- Shake until chilled and lightly frothy, about 20-30 seconds, then strain into your prepared martini glass
- Top with the Sprite or 7-Up2 ounces Sprite or 7-Up
- Garnish with a cherry or gummy work if desired (optional) and enjoy!
Notes
- You could swap the vodka for another clear liquor like tequila or white rum if preferred
- The Midori could be swapped for another green liqueur (like apple pucker)
- Luster dust is technically optional, but adds a really fun, potion-like element to the drink
- The luster dust will naturally settle as it sits, so you’ll want to re-stir the drink periodically to make it extra sparkly again!
- This drink is on the weaker side due to the ratio of liquor to mixers. You can add more vodka if you prefer a stronger cocktail
- Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, any garnishes added, and actual quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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