HALLOWEEN with CIROC Ultra-Premium Vodka Bloody Mary Martini by Sheldon Wiley

Diageo's resident mixologist, Sheldon Wiley shares some tips about how to throw the best Halloween bash that includes a signature spooky cocktail recipe for the CÎROC® Bloody Mary Martini. The guide below will help any host stand out in this year's Halloween season.

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• Get Fresh: Every mixologist knows that fresh fruit makes a world of difference when it comes to turning up the volume on a classic cocktail. Ditch prepackaged juices and garnishes and opt for real citrus for a bold pop of flavor that's uniquely delicious.
• One and Done: Pick one signature specialty cocktail for the evening. For a Halloween soiree, try something seasonal that is sure to stand out like the CÎROC® Bloody Mary Martini, the perfect combination of CÎROC® Ultra-Premium Vodka and tomato juice, garnished with celery sticks
• Ice Cold: Get your shopping done at least 24 hours in advance to allow for plenty of time to chill all of your ingredients. Have extra ice on hand to ensure everyone's drinks stay nice and cold throughout the evening
• Simplicity Is Key: Classic cocktail-making is everything. CÎROC® is known for being pure and simple, offering hosts the ability to make easy 2 - 3 ingredient drinks that are delicious and easy for any host to pull off, giving hosts more quality time to spend with their guests!
• Let The Liquid Shine: Keep things classy by letting the liquid do the talking. Make your signature cocktails part of your party decor and let your mixology skills shine.
• Dress Your Drink: Decorate your cocktails and help them stand out with seasonal garnish that is unique to the Halloween occasion (ghost candy, caramel apple, sugar rim with grenadine, etc.)

Below is Sheldon's favorite Halloween cocktail:

CÎROC® Ultra-Premium Vodka - Bloody Mary Martini

1oz CÎROC® Vodka

3oz Tomato Juice

.5oz Lemon Juice

1 Dash Worcestershire Sauce

2 Dashes Pepper Sauce

2 Pinches Celery Salt

1 Pinch Ground Black Pepper

About Mixologist Sheldon Wiley

"People go to Bars, restaurants and nightclubs to have a good time- whether it's an evening to celebrate a special occasion, the chance to party with your favorite celebrities or just an evening out on the town. Great music and delicious drinks that excite the senses are the perfect ingredients for a fun night with endless possibilities. In a nutshell, that's what we do!! -Sheldon Wiley

Wiley is an award winning barman and prominent NYC DJ who is also an ambassador, educator, craft-cocktail bartender, media personality, producer and all around entertainer. He launched his nightlife career in his hometown of Phoenix, Arizona 15 years ago. Traveling through several gateway cities he touched down in Manhattan in 2007 with the ambition to mix all things music and beverage. ?

Presently, a 3X bartending Guinness World Record holder in conjunction with his work behind the decks Wiley has earned media placements in hundreds of outlets globally including The New York Times, Zagat, Chilled, Cosmopolitan, SOMA Magazine, Village Voice, New York Daily News, The Tasting Panel and has appeared on several television programs including "Good Morning America," "LXTV," "FOX & Friends" and live Tweeted for truTV's "Barmageddon."

He has procured countless beverage programs, upwards of 70, from the boutique chic Morgans Hotel Group, Top Chef Kitchen and Top Chef Cruise. He has negotiated and programmed entertainment deals, brand partnerships, and weekly nightlife promotions for establishments big and small across the U.S. and managed all aspects of brand integration, forecasting, P&L responsibility, and large-scale event production. His contribution to the bar biz highlights the enhancement of quality and maintaining brand relevance. Sheldon Wiley IS NIGHTLIFE!"

Photo Credit: Courtesy of CÎROC®