💜Purple People Eater Martini🍸

A Halloween Hit That’s Frightfully Good

Every Halloween deserves a signature sip, and this year, it’s all about the Purple People Eater Martini. Inspired by the classic 1958 novelty tune, this drink is as playful as it is sophisticated, mixing a haunting violet hue with bright citrus notes and a smooth, slightly floral finish.

It may sound spooky, but don’t worry, no people were harmed in the making of this martini.

🎃 The Inspiration

We wanted something that screamed Halloween fun but still looked elegant enough for a grown-up gathering. The name came first, because who doesn’t love a little nostalgia and whimsy? From there, the goal was to create a cocktail that looked otherworldly but tasted perfectly balanced.

The combination of orange vodka and crème de violette does just that. The vodka brings a zesty punch of citrus, while the violette adds that deep purple hue and floral sweetness that’s straight-up mesmerizing in the glass. A splash of lemon juice brightens everything, and just a touch of simple syrup keeps it silky smooth. A couple dashes of orange bitters tie it all together with a subtle warmth that lingers like a Halloween night chill.

🧪 The Magic Mix

Shake together:

• 2.5oz Orange Vodka

• 1.5oz Crème de Violette

• 0.5oz Lemon Juice

• 0.25oz Simple Syrup

• 2 Dashes Orange Bitters

• Strain into a martini glass and enjoy!

🕸️ The Vibe

The Purple People Eater Martini is the perfect mix of fun and fancy, think Monster Mash meets modern mixology. It’s playful enough for your costume party, but it wouldn’t be out of place at a candlelit dinner with a smoky playlist and too many candy bowls.

Pair it with some Halloween jazz, dim lighting, and a sense of humor, and you’ve got yourself a frightfully delicious evening.