Introduction

Witches Brew Lemonade is a spooky and refreshing drink perfect for Halloween gatherings. Its eerie black color and fizzy lemon flavor make it as fun to look at as it is to sip. This easy recipe serves 8 to 10 people, making it ideal for parties.

Three tall clear glasses with a thick bottom layer holding crushed ice and bright purple liquid fill the glasses. The purple drink has a rough purple sugar rim on top surrounded by crushed ice and a black straw in each glass. One glass in the front has a yellow lemon slice resting on the rim, with more whole and halved lemons placed around the glasses on a dark wooden surface. There is visible steam rising from the front drink, and the background is softly blurred. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Gummy worms or candy eyeballs (for decoration)
4 cups of water
1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup of granulated sugar
1 teaspoon of activated charcoal powder (for the eerie black color)
1 cup of soda water (for fizz)
Fresh lemon slices (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large pitcher, combine the 4 cups of water, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 2: Stir in 1 teaspoon of activated charcoal powder until the lemonade turns a deep, spooky black.
Step 3: Gently pour in 1 cup of soda water, stirring lightly to keep the fizz intact.
Step 4: Slice fresh lemons and set them aside for decoration.
Step 5: Fill glasses with ice, pour the Witches’ Brew Lemonade over the ice, and garnish with lemon slices.
Step 6: For a fun and creepy effect, place gummy worms or candy eyeballs on top of the drink.

Tips & Variations

Use sparkling lemon-lime soda instead of soda water for extra sweetness and fizz.
If you can’t find activated charcoal powder, try using black food coloring, though the natural look may vary.
For kids, omit the activated charcoal and use a mix of lemonade and grape juice for a spooky purple version.

Storage

Store leftover lemonade in a sealed pitcher or container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Stir gently before serving again to redistribute the charcoal and fizz. For best taste, add soda water just before serving to keep it bubbly.

How to Serve

The image shows two tall, clear glasses filled with a bright purple drink with ice cubes inside. The rim of the front glass is decorated with a dark purple, leafy garnish that drapes down the side. Each glass has a black straw, and a thin slice of yellow lemon is placed on the rim. The drinks sit on a white marbled surface, with whole and sliced lemons scattered around, adding a fresh, vibrant contrast to the deep purple drink. The background is softly blurred to keep the focus on the colorful drinks. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Is activated charcoal safe to consume in this recipe?

Activated charcoal is generally safe in small amounts and is used here for coloring. However, it can interfere with certain medications, so consult your doctor if you have concerns.

Can I make this lemonade in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the base (water, lemon juice, sugar, charcoal) ahead of time and refrigerate it. Add the soda water and garnish just before serving to keep the drink fresh and fizzy.

Witches Brew Lemonade Recipe

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Witches Brew Lemonade is a spooky and fun Halloween-themed drink featuring a deep black color from activated charcoal, tangy lemon juice, and a fizzy soda water finish. Perfect for serving at parties, this refreshing beverage combines a sweet-tart lemonade base with playful decorations like gummy worms or candy eyeballs to create an eerie yet delicious experience.

Author: Stella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: Serves 8–10 people 1x
Category: Beverage
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

4 cups of water
1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup of granulated sugar
1 teaspoon of activated charcoal powder
1 cup of soda water

Garnish & Decoration

Fresh lemon slices
Gummy worms or candy eyeballs (for decoration)

Instructions

Make the Lemonade Base: In a large pitcher, combine the 4 cups of water, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely to create a balanced, sweet and tart lemonade foundation.
Add the Magic Ingredient: Stir in 1 teaspoon of activated charcoal powder until the lemonade turns a deep, spooky black, giving the drink its signature eerie color for Halloween.
Add the Bubbles: Gently pour in 1 cup of soda water, stirring lightly to keep the fizz intact and add a refreshing sparkle to the brew.
Prepare Your Garnish: Slice fresh lemons and set them aside to enhance the presentation and add a zesty aroma to each glass.
Serve with a Spooky Touch: Fill glasses with ice, pour the Witches’ Brew Lemonade over the ice, and garnish with lemon slices to make each serving visually appealing and refreshing.
Add Halloween-Themed Decorations: For a fun and creepy effect, place gummy worms or candy eyeballs on top of the drink, completing the festive look perfect for Halloween celebrations.

Notes

Activated charcoal may interact with certain medications; consult medicinal advice if necessary.
For a less sweet version, reduce the sugar quantity to 3/4 cup or to taste.
Soda water must be added just before serving to maintain fizz.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor and brightness.
Keep the lemonade chilled before adding soda water for optimal refreshment.

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