Wicked Witch Whiskey Sour Cocktail

Ingredients:

• 2 oz whiskey
• 1 oz blackberry liqueur (such as Chambord)
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz maple syrup
• Black sugar, for rimming the glass
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Rim the Glass:

   • Begin by rimming a cocktail glass with black sugar. To do this, pour some black sugar onto a small plate. Moisten the rim of the glass with a lemon wedge or simple syrup, then gently dip the rim into the black sugar until it is evenly coated. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Cocktail:

   • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

3. Add Ingredients:

   • Pour the whiskey, blackberry liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and maple syrup into the cocktail shaker.

4. Shake:

   • Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds. This will chill the ingredients and allow them to mix well.

5. Strain into Glass:

   • Carefully strain the cocktail into the prepared glass with the black sugar rim. Use a fine mesh strainer or a Hawthorne strainer to catch any ice or pulp.

6. Garnish:

   • If desired, garnish the cocktail with a fresh blackberry or a lemon twist for an extra touch of elegance.

7. Serve:

   • Serve the Wicked Witch Whiskey Sour immediately while it's still cold and refreshing.

8. Enjoy:

   • Sip and savor the wickedly delicious flavors of this unique cocktail. The combination of whiskey, blackberry liqueur, lemon juice, and maple syrup is sure to cast a spell on your taste buds!

Note: Feel free to adjust the amount of maple syrup according to your sweetness preference. You can also add a splash of club soda for a fizzy twist or muddle fresh blackberries in the cocktail shaker for an extra burst of flavor. Cheers to a bewitchingly good drink!