21 Amazing Halloween Drinks Ideas
Halloween is not just about dressing up, trick or treat and partying. It is about making the most of your time with your loved ones, enjoying and making some happy yet spooky and fun memories. Although a majority of people focus on creating a memorable costume for their Halloween, those who are throwing the party have some other things on their mind as well.
Apart from the décor, and menu drinks play a vital role in creating the whole theme for the party. The drink must be tasteful, spooky and memorable. So, if you are looking for some amazing Halloween drink ideas that will wow the crowd and leave a lasting impression on their memory, I recommend you read ahead for some out of the box yet amazing ideas. These 21 Halloween drink ideas will surely win you over and give a sense of excitement we all love!
Bloody Mary
One of the most popular drinks of Halloween is the blood marry. Made with tomato juice, vodka, and hot sauce, this savoury drink has a pop of flavours. Plus, the bright red colour really stands out.
Delish gives you this amazing way of serving blood marry. Serve it in syringes, and it will look as if you are drinking blood. A perfectly creepy way of serving a drink this Halloween!
Apple Cider Slush
Apple cider Slush is a delicious cold drink for the fall season. Made from apple cider, cinnamon, cloves and allspice, you get a refreshing, tangy flavour from the apple cider plus tones of warmth from the spices. You can easily make this drink in large batches.
Freeze until you are ready to serve. A quick pulse in the blender will make this slush just perfect. Plus, it is also kid-friendly. Everyone loves slushes, and this one will definitely make a mark!
The Bloody Mummy
If you love bloody marry, know that the bloody mummy is one step up. It is a savoury drink that is a perfect appetizer as well. It is made from tomato juice, vodka, soy sauce, wasabi and is served with celery and carrot sticks to munch on.
The “mummy” part is fulfilled by stringy cheese, which gives the effect of a white bandage. This drink is creative and just what you need for Halloween.
Ginger and Apple Cooler
If you are looking for a drink for Halloween lunch, I suggest you go for this ginger and apple cooler recipe. It is simple, delicious and kid-friendly. Made with apple juice, sliced ginger and apple slices, this drink is very easy to make and is super refreshing.
It’s undoubtedly a simple and effortless drink. And if you are in a hurry, this drink will never disappoint you.
Zombie Cocktail
Zombie cocktail is a very fun drink that you can see quite often at Halloween parties. That’s because of its unique name and very tasteful flavor. Don’t think this drink will turn you into a zombie.
It is just a name you won’t forget. It is made from a blend of dark and white rum and grenadine. Pineapple and lime juice adds a punch of flavors that make this cocktail very flavorsome. Finish it off with cherries, orange and pineapple slices and enjoy!
Jello Shots (Glow in the Dark)
These glow in the dark jello shots are super fun. The funky glowing neon colours are very inviting, and you simply can’t pass by them without trying. These are made with a special ingredient, i.e. glow Jell-O pack, rum and tonic water.
Dissolve the jelly, let t set, and that’s it. Also, because of its jelly-like wobbly texture, it is not like your traditional drink, yet because of its playfulness, we have classified it as a drink. This is a must addition to your funky Halloween party!
Sweet Poison Cocktail
Why is this cocktail called Sweet Poison Cocktail? Well, clearly, it is just a notion. It is called so because of its unique, beautiful color. It is so unique that you need to give it a name worth remembering.
Sweet Poison Cocktail is made from rum and Blue Curacao. Pour pineapple juice on top to give it a gradient effect. This cocktail is definitely among the most visually appealing Halloween drinks ever!
Rum and Pomegranate Punch
Rum and pomegranate punch has a beautiful, bright red color and a delicious flavor. It is made from hibiscus tea, rum, sparkling wine, pomegranate and orange juice. You get warmth and a woody flavour from cinnamon.
This punch is a true definition of a Halloween drink. It is luscious and a great choice for your Halloween party. Add a few pomegranate seeds for some more texture.
Pumpkin Spice White Russian
White Russian is creamy, rich and quite popular in winters. And if you add pumpkin spice to white Russian, you make a drink that is just as creamy, rich and loaded with flavor. In short, it is just the drink you need for the fall season and Halloween.
This creamy drink is easy to make and gives you comfort and warmth. It is made from Kahlua, vodka, pumpkin puree, whole milk, pumpkin spice and cinnamon.
Bourbon Milk Punch
Bourbon Milk Punch is another creamy drink perfect for fall and Halloween. It is made using simple ingredients like bourbon, milk, maple syrup and spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and pumpkin spice.
This drink is a great choice for Sunday brunch or as an after-dinner drink. It is cozy and heartwarming and just the one to beat the shiver from a cold fall evening.
Hot Buttered Rum
Take some time off to make and enjoy this old fashioned drink this fall. The unique blend of run and butter might seem a bit off, but trust me, it is just amazingly pleasant. This traditional drink is a great choice for a Halloween after-party drink.
If you need to cozy up and get some warmth, this drink can do that for you. It is creamy, buttery and a little tipsy. The base is made from brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, honey, clove and nutmeg. Top the base with rum, hot water and whipped cream and enjoy. It is like an adult hot chocolate!
Aviation Cocktail
Aviation cocktail is a classic drink that is perfect not just for Halloween but for every occasion. It has a sweet and fruity flavour. This classic recipe uses only four ingredients which makes it super easy to make.
You will need gin, lemon juice, and maraschino liqueur and crème de violette. Garnish it with a maraschino cherry, and the silvery-white colour of this drink with red cherries inside gives it a spooky feel. This drink can never go wrong as a Halloween drink.
Haunted Graveyard
The name might give you creeps, but the cocktail itself is loaded with flavor. It is made from bourbon, maple syrup, bitters, rosemary sprig and orange slices.
This cocktail has a beautiful orange-brown color and a sweet, tipsy and woody flavor. You can choose different bitters and experiment with flavors and get creative.
Color-Changing Margarita
Among all the Halloween drink ideas that we are going to share today, this drink idea is among the most playful ones. This colour-changing margarita is unlike anything you have ever seen. It has deep blue ice cubes floating in a bright pink drink.
The margarita is made from tequila, triple sec, and lemonade and lime juice. At the same time, the purple ice cubes are made from extracting natural colour from deep blue cabbage. This is a very funky and playful drink that adds so much energy and excitement to our Halloween party.
Black Magic Cocktail
This amazing cocktail is unique and stays true to its name. Also known as the galaxy cocktail, this shimmery black cocktail is going to in an instant hit at your Halloween party.
It is made from black vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup and shiny edible dust. For more flavor, add orange or cherry juice to this cocktail and enjoy.
Haymaker
There is a reason people love serving haymakers at Halloween. That’s because it is super easy to make, kind of fun to drink and tasteful as well.
The easiest way to make a haymaker is by using four simple ingredients, i.e. whiskey, triple sec, lemon juice and dry vermouth. It is a great choice of drink when you don’t want to go over the top with the whole Halloween spirit.
Professor’s Poisoned Apple
If you are looking for a bit of drama, this Halloween drink idea is very hard to beat. Just as the name stands out from the crowd, the drink has a visual appeal to it as well.
Its orange-red color goes well with the Halloween thing. Moreover, add dry ice to create a spooky and dramatic effect. It is made using Amaretto, Scotch, cranberry juice, apple cider and bitters. Serve it in laboratory beaters to pay homage to the professor (whoever he is!).
Blackberry Sage Margarita
Blackberry and sage margarita has a beautiful dark red color. The drink is easy to make and is a great choice for Halloween parties. Especially when you want a little bit of drama, add dry ice, and the drink will reach a new level.
You can make it using silver tequila, lemon juice, sage, blackberries, bitters and maple syrup. The flavors come from muddling blackberry and sage leaves which is a great mix of sweet and savory.
Pumpkin Punch
Pumpkin and Halloween go hand in hand with each other. If you are a pumpkin lover, this pumpkin punch recipe will become your absolute favorite in no time. It is loaded with flavors from the spices and is very tasteful.
It is made from spiced rum, pumpkin puree, sparkling water, orange and lemon juice, and spices. Serve it in a big pumpkin, and it will become a good attraction for your afternoon party.
Devil’s Margarita
The name is enough to catch the attention. Devil’s margarita is delicious, but above that, it is a beautiful looking margarita. You see a beautiful gradient of red and white color, the white being at the bottom and the red being at the top.
This drink is made from tequila, red wine, simple syrup and lemon juice. It’s the pouring technique that gives this drink a unique color effect. This drink is sweet and a little tart with the depth of flavors coming from the red wine.
Witches Brew Cocktail
Witches Brew cocktail is yet another extraordinary looking and tasting cocktail that has a kick to it. Its weird greenish-yellow color makes it go very well with its name.
This Halloween drink is made from three simple ingredients, i.e. melon liqueur, lime soda and orange juice. To make it even more alcoholic, add vodka. This drink is easy to make and is a good choice for Halloween costume parties.
You can try hundreds of different drinks for Halloween, and each one will taste wonderful. However, these above mentioned 21 drink ideas are fun, easy to make and very tasteful. SO, this Halloween, give these rinks a try and let us know which ones you thought were the best of all. Till then, happy Halloween!
About the Author
Camellia Jones is an editor at Twigs Cafe. She rounds up all the delicious food from the web for specific diets. She likes to spend the rest of her time with her children.
