Jun 09 2026

Black Knight Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

Choice of vodka or Dharma gin, pomegranate juice, lemon, maple syrup, activated charcoal, gold dust

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Ingredients

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Base

Juice & Sweeteners

Special Additions

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Gather Ingredients

    Ensure you have all the ingredients ready: vodka or Dharma gin, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, maple syrup, activated charcoal, and edible gold dust.

  2. 2

    Measure Ingredients

    Using a jigger, measure out 2 oz of vodka or Dharma gin, 3 oz of pomegranate juice, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz of maple syrup.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the measured vodka or gin, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, and maple syrup.

  2. 4

    Add Activated Charcoal

    Add 1 tsp of activated charcoal to the shaker. This will give the cocktail its distinctive dark color.

  3. 5

    Shake

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.

Serving

  1. 6

    Strain & Serve

    Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

  2. 7

    Add Gold Dust

    Carefully sprinkle 1 tsp of edible gold dust on top of the cocktail for a touch of elegance.

  3. 8

    Garnish (Optional)

    Garnish with a lemon twist or pomegranate seeds if desired.

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