The Ghostface Mocktail Sour: For The Non-Alcholic Scream Lover

A slasher-red layered mocktail with a sharp citrus snap and a spooky presentation; no alcohol required, just guts. This mocktail keeps the layered drama of the original Ghostface Sour, swapping whiskey for a smart combo of tea, spice, and vanilla. It delivers warmth, complexity, and color without needing specialty ingredients.

Skill Level

Easy – Medium: shake-and-float with basic tools.

Ghostface Mocktail sour

A slasher-red layered mocktail with a sharp citrus snap and a spooky presentation—no alcohol required, just guts.

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Equipment

cocktail shaker
Jigger or measuring spoons
Bar Spoon
Rocks glass
Ice

Ingredients

2 ounces Strong black tea (chilled)
1 Drop Vanilla extract
3/4 ounce Fresh lemon juice
3/4 ounce Simple Syrup
1/2 ounce Unsweetened pomegranate juice for the loat
Pinch Cinnamon or allspice
Lemon peel, cherry, or red sugar rim option garnishes

Instructions

Brew a strong cup of black tea (like English Breakfast or Assam). Chill it before using.
In a shaker with ice, combine 2 oz tea, 1 drop vanilla extract, pinch of cinnamon, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Shake well (10–12 seconds).
Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass.
Float the pomegranate juice over the back of a spoon to create that killer crimson layer.
Garnish (if desired) and serve.

Notes

Why It Works

This mocktail keeps the layered drama of the original Ghostface Sour, swapping whiskey for a smart combo of tea, spice, and vanilla. It delivers warmth, complexity, and color without needing specialty ingredients. Pomegranate juice creates the float effect and adds tart depth, while lemon and simple syrup brighten and balance the whole thing. It’s eerie, elevated, and easy to make—perfect for a spooky movie night with guests of all ages.

Movie Pairing

Pair with: Scream (1996)
A mocktail that still slices. Sinister in look, citrusy in taste, this drink keeps you sharp while the body count rises.