Vodka Blush Recipe (aka Rosemary’s Baby Cocktail)

I’m planning a baby shower for my sister the weekend after Halloween, and even though she can’t imbibe, the rest of us needn’t suffer, right? A cocktail is must if I’m going to survive drinking who-knows-what out of baby bottles or building diaper cakes. This cocktail seemed genius to me – it’s a pretty color! It’s easy to make! There’s even a sprig of rosemary to add some class!

But you will be shocked (shocked!) to hear that a cocktail famous from its role in the movie Rosemary’s Baby didn’t go over so well with the mom-to-be. Oh well, I guess we’ll enjoy it Halloween night instead. Or my birthday, which is two days before. It’s always fun to have a Halloween-themed party, and this cocktail is perfect.

Rosemary’s Baby Cocktail

The story behind this cocktail is that appeared in the uber creepy (to me) film Rosemary’s Baby. When the Castevets, the old, weird couple upstairs, have Rosemary and her hubby Guy over for dinner, they’re given a vodka blush to drink. Roman Castevet fills the glasses a bit too much and ends up spilling a little on the floor.

I’m not sure if there’s significance to that scene other than just being ominous. The creepy factor keeps growing until the rather shocking ending. (I won’t give it away.)

Vodka Blush Cocktail

The cocktail is pretty simple – it’s mainly vodka. My kind of drink! Then you add a dash of grenadine and some fresh lime juice. Shake it an ice shaker and strain into a glass. Use a champagne flute if you have one; that’s how it was served in the movie. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary.

The drink is super tasty – if you can stop thinking about the movie long enough to enjoy it! Do you have favorite Halloween cocktail? I’ll admit I’m usually too busy on Halloween night OD’ing on my kids’ candy to waste time (or calories) on drinking. But after walking door to door for a few hours, I’m tempted!

Looking for more interesting cocktail recipes? You need a few fall cocktail recipes to keep in your back pocket for cooler weather and upcoming holidays. Mix up a tasty drink to keep warm on weekends, for impromptu get-togethers, and all those holiday functions that are just around the corner. Here are a few to try:

• Persimmon Spiced Rum Old Fashioned
• Sparkling Fig & Honey Cocktail 
• Honey Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail
• Sweet + Spicy Chai Tea Cocktail

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Vodka Blush Cocktail

Mix up a cocktail inspired by the famous movie, Rosemary's Baby.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time1 min

Total Time6 mins

Course: Drinks + Cocktails

Servings: 1 drink

Author: Stephanie Gerber

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 oz vodka
• Dash grenadine
• 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
• 1 sprig rosemary, for garnis

Instructions

• Fill a shaker with ice. Add all ingredients except the rosemary and shake.
• Strain into a champagne glass and garnish with fresh rosemary.

Photos by Ana Stanciu