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Darkwood Sling

The Darkwood Sling is a light highball, fruity and sweet on the palate. Built and served in a cocktail glass.

Flavor profile

Tart
36 out of 100
Sweet
86 out of 100
Fruity
88 out of 100
Boozy
24 out of 100

How to make a Darkwood Sling

To make a Darkwood Sling, build in a cocktail glass: 1 oz Cherry Heering, 1 oz soda water and 1 oz orange juice.

You'll need

1 drink

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pour into a cocktail glass: cherry Heering and orange juice.

  2. 2

    Top with soda water.

  3. 3

    Give it one gentle stir.

Why build it in the glass? Nothing here needs shaking, and pouring straight in keeps the soda water fizzy.

Darkwood Sling questions

What does a Darkwood Sling taste like?

Mostly fruity and sweet. It's a light drink at about 7% ABV once mixed.

How strong is a Darkwood Sling?

About 7% ABV after mixing with ice, closer to a beer or glass of wine.

What's the difference between a Darkwood Sling and an Affair?

Both use soda water and orange juice. The Darkwood Sling adds Cherry Heering, while the Affair uses Strawberry schnapps and cranberry juice. Both are built in the glass, but the Darkwood Sling goes in a cocktail glass and the Affair in a highball glass.

Can I make Darkwood Slings in a batch?

Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 6 oz Cherry Heering and 6 oz orange juice in a jug and chill it. Top each glass with soda water as you serve, so it stays fizzy.

What glass do you serve a Darkwood Sling in?

A cocktail glass.