The long-anticipated Wicked, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, is out in theaters this week.A movie like this with such a clear aesthetic—Glinda’s glittering pink gowns and Elphaba’s trademark green skin—gives a lot of opportunity to be creative with drinks. Pittsburgh bars stepped up to the challenge with dazzling beverages sure to be as popular as the movie itself and its soundtrack. Go out with a friend and sip to find out if you’re a good witch or a bad witch.
Wicked Cocktails and Desserts at Pittsburgh Restaurants
The Good Witch at Ritual House
Ritual House is offering the “Good Witch,” with Coconut Rum, Strawberry, Lychee, White Cranberry, Lemon, and Prosecco. The addition of Prosecco shows Glinda’s bubbly spirit. The pink color is a nod to her style, complete with a sparkling crown.
The Green Witch at Ritual House
Since Elphaba isn’t really bad, they’re calling their companion cocktail Green Witch. This delightfully verdant drink has vodka, sour apple liqueur, Midori, lemon, and lime on the rim—plus a broomstick prop for an extra touch of character.
Glinda’s Glamour at Spirits & Tales
This is a dazzling, sweet-tart cocktail as effervescent as the Good Witch herself from the bar team at Spirits & Tales at the Oaklander. Glinda’s Glamour is a highly Instagrammable drink with a cotton candy bubble on top that floats away into pink mist, an homage to Glinda’s ability to travel by bubble.
Elphaba’s Essence at Spirits & Tales
Indulge in a bold and earthy elixir with a dark, complex flair, just like the oh-so-memorable green-hued Elpahaba, made of Bourbon, honey allspice syrup, blackberry liqueur, lime juice, and triple sec. How cute is that little blackberry hat? (You also get to keep the witch’s hat if you order this cocktail).
Defying Gravity: TABLE’s Wicked Cocktail
We added our own Wicked cocktail to show Elphaba’s determination and grit, especially in her climactic ballad of “Defying Gravity.” Our cocktail has the strength and allure of green absinthe alongside the smoothness of gin with a dash of mint.
Limited Edition Eat’n Park Which Witch? Wicked Cookies
For a dessert for excited kids, Eat’n Park is transforming their trademark Smiley cookie in celebration of the film release. The Which Witch? Cookie Pack will be available at participating Eat’n Park restaurants for a limited time beginning November 21.
Cuties Coffee Company’s Wicked Strawberry Matcha Latte
Celebrate that a woman-focused movie like Wicked is dominating the box office by supporting a woman-owned business in your own community. Cuties Coffee Company in Greensburg has a special latte combining Elphaba’s green with Glinda’s pink. Strawberry and matcha go together as well as Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo as friends!
Bubble & Broom Pop Up Bar at Bakery Square
Even better than cocktails is a whole bar! Bubble & Broom in Bakery Square has an Elphaba side and a Glinda side, each glammed out with colors to represent the iconic characters. The pop-up will be open throughout the month of December, with an anticipated extension into January. Enjoy the Ozpresso Martini (Ketel One vodka, Mr. Black coffee liqueur, cold brew), Elphaba’s Elixir (PA vodka, melon, pineapple, luxardo cherry), and Glinda’s 75 (PA gin, lemon, cranberry, Prosecco). This bar is located on the patio of City Kitchen!
If you’re new to Wicked, brush up on the classic soundtrack with Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth while you sip on these limited time only cocktails!
Story by Emma Riva
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