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Thriller Night

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Thriller Night

Description

Thriller Night is a dark, dramatic cocktail with plenty of depth and just the right amount of edge. Inspired by Michael Jackson, it combines bourbon, blackberry, black cherry, fresh lemon, and a touch of cinnamon into a drink that feels rich, moody, and full of character. The berry flavours give it a deep, almost gothic fruitiness, the bourbon brings warmth and structure, and the cinnamon adds a subtle hint of spice that makes it feel especially suited to colder evenings.

It is the kind of cocktail that immediately feels atmospheric, whether you picture it on a Halloween menu, a late-night drinks list, or a music-themed collection with a darker side. Even with its bold look and richer flavours, it still drinks with balance thanks to the lemon lifting the fruit and keeping everything from becoming too heavy. Thriller Night feels stylish, memorable, and a little theatrical, making it a strong choice for anyone who wants a cocktail with real presence.

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Bourbon
  • 20 ml Blackberry liqueur
  • 15 ml Black cherry syrup
  • 20 ml lemon juice (fresh)

Instructions

  1. Build the cocktail: Add all liquid ingredients to a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake: Shake hard until thoroughly chilled and lightly diluted.
  3. Strain: Fine strain into a chilled coupe or over fresh ice in a rocks glass.
  4. Garnish: Add blackberries or a dark cherry garnish.

Recommended glassware

Lowball Glass
Lowball Glass (recommended)

A short, sturdy glass for spirit-forward cocktails served over ice.

180–300 ml Short, wide, heavy-bottomed tumbler.

Best for: Old Fashioned, Negroni, Boulevardier, Whiskey Sour over ice, Rusty Nail.

Garnish: Great for orange twists, cherries, and large clear ice cubes.

Mason Jar
Mason Jar

A rustic serving vessel often used for casual cocktails and lemonades.

350–500 ml Handled or lid-friendly jar shape.

Best for: Lemonades, iced tea cocktails, casual summer drinks, punches.

Garnish: Great with fruit, mint, straws, and rustic garnish styling.

Quick facts

5 mins Medium Approx. 18.5% ABV Ice
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