Wicked Plum Elixir

Description: Dive into the mysterious allure of Halloween with the Wicked Plum Elixir—a bewitching blend of exotic flavors and an enticingly dark hue. The combination of ume plum liqueur and plum walnut vinegar creates a tantalizing balance of sweetness and tartness, while the addition of black vodka adds a spooky touch. Finished with a hint of cinnamon smoke, this cocktail promises an unforgettable haunting treat. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz ume plum liqueur - 0.75 oz plum walnut vinegar - 1 oz black vodka - 0.5 oz fresh lime juice - 0.5 oz simple syrup - 2 dashes of black walnut bitters - Ice cubes - Cinnamon stick (for garnish and smoke) Glass: Coupe glass Instructions: 1. In a shaker, combine the ume plum liqueur, plum walnut vinegar, black vodka, lime juice, simple syrup, and black walnut bitters. 2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds. 3. Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Light one end of the cinnamon stick until it smolders, then gently blow out the flame. Hold the smoking stick over the glass to infuse the drink with a subtle cinnamon aroma. 5. Place the cinnamon stick on the rim as a garnish and serve immediately. Enjoy the Wicked Plum Elixir's enchanting flavors and spooky aura, perfect for a Halloween celebration.