Dark & Stormy Red Velvet Cocktail Popsicles Recipe

I know I’ve been on a popsicle kick lately. I promise I’ll ease up soon and return to baking with sugar and butter. But before that transition, here’s another ginger beer–inspired recipe worth sharing.

Dark and Stormy Cocktail Popsicle

Like I mentioned, I’m a bit late to the ginger beer party and still catching up. This version highlights an unexpected fruit: red velvet apricots.

If you’re unfamiliar with them, I was surprised too. Red velvet apricots—sometimes called black velvet apricots—stand out from the common orange variety. The “velvet” label adds a little mystique and distinction, and their deeper hue is a pleasant surprise when you encounter them.

How do these red velvet apricots compare to traditional apricots? They bring a slightly different appearance and nuance in flavor, but they can be used in the same ways you’d use ordinary apricots—especially in refreshing treats like popsicles and cocktails.

For the full recipe and preparation details for these Red Velvet Dark and Stormy Cocktail Popsicles, check the original recipe source for step-by-step instructions and ingredient lists.