Vampire’s Kiss Dirty Soda Recipe

Vampire’s Kiss Dirty Soda: A Spooky Cherry Cola Recipe

A dark cherry raspberry cola with blood-red streaks and creamy, swirling layers.

Ingredients

Makes 1 drink

• Ice cubes

• 250 ml chilled Dr Pepper or cola

• 2–3 drops FA Cherry flavour concentrate, or to taste

• 1 tablespoon cherry or raspberry dessert sauce

• 20–30 ml pouring cream, or thickened cream thinned with a little milk

• A small swirl of whipped cream (optional)

• 1 maraschino cherry, to garnish

  SHOP CHERRY FLAVOUR 

Method

1. Create the blood-red streaks. Chill a tall glass, then drizzle the dessert sauce down one side of the inside of the glass.

2. Add the ice. Fill the glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes.

3. Add the cherry flavour. Mix the recommended amount of FA Cherry flavour concentrate with one tablespoon of the chosen soft drink. Pour over the ice.

4. Pour the fizz. Slowly add the remaining Dr Pepper or cola, leaving 2–3 cm of space at the top. Stir gently once.

5. Create the creamy marbling. Slowly pour the cream over the ice near the top of the glass. Let it swirl naturally through the drink rather than stirring it completely in.

6. Add the finishing touch. Top with a small swirl of whipped cream, if desired, and garnish with a maraschino cherry. Serve immediately.

Tips for the Perfect Vampire’s Kiss

• For a classic cola twist: Use regular cola to let the cherry concentrate add a distinct cherry flavour.

• For a deeper flavour: Use Dr Pepper for a more complex, spiced soft drink base with an added cherry note.

• For the best visual effect: Pour the cream slowly and avoid over-stirring to preserve the contrasting layers.