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Double-Double, These 50 Halloween Cocktails Are Trouble

They certainly put the "Boo!" in boozy.

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deep red cocktail topped with blackberries and bay leaves
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

This October, don't let your costumes be the only things that get spooky on Halloween. Especially if you're planning a big Halloween party, these drink recipes will put the "Boo!" in boozy. From creepy colors to gorgeous fall flavors, there's a little something here for everyone, from spooky and a little weird to sweet and extra cute. Make a big Halloween punch to kick off your costume party, sip on a classic cocktail (with a twist) while you hand out candy to trick-or-treaters, or mix up some N/A drinks for a family-friendly movie night. Whatever you're in the mood for, these 50 Halloween drinks will hit the spot.

Looking for something you can easily serve to a big crowd? Our Halloween punch (complete with apple slice ghosts), our Harvest punch, our green apple moscato sangria, or our spiked hot chocolate are just the thing. Looking for something classic, with a fall spin? Our campfire mules, our apple cider or cranberry Aperol spritzes, or our black magic or color-changing margaritas all have an added element of surprise that'll surprise and delight everyone who drinks them.

It's always time for shots as far as we're concerned, and Halloween is maybe the best time to bust out all of our favorite Jell-O shot recipes, like our black magic Jell-O shots, our Hocus Pocus Jell-O shots, and our Sour Patch Jell-O shots. Fun fact: Tonic water naturally casts an eery glow under a blacklight! Try our cotton candy shots and glowing Jell-O shots for a real thrill.

With all these scary good cocktails, you'll need plenty of Halloween appetizers and Halloween desserts to chase them with. Need some party activity inspiration? We've got all kinds of pumpkin carving ideas too.

1

Witches' Brew Lemonade

purple and blue layered drink with rosemary
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

To get the eerie glow that looks like this came straight from a cauldron, we layered sparkling lemonade with Blue Curacao and purple gin for a chilling effect. Great news: The results are absolutely delicious.

Get the Witches' Brew Lemonade recipe.

2

Spicy Apple Cider Margaritas

apple cider margarita
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

This cocktail is perfect for those too-warm October days and nights where you don't know whether to grab a glass of red or white—reach for the apple cider and tequila instead. The hot honey here is the perfect sweet with a little heat, and Calvados adds hints of caramel apple and kettle corn.

Get the Spicy Apple Cider Margaritas recipe.

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3

Halloween Sangria

a bowl of red wine based punch with ice cubes, blackberries, pomegranate seeds, and green apple slices cut to resemble ghosts
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

This recipe is spookier than your average sangria: Blood oranges, pomegranate seeds, and blackberries all work together to make this Halloween-approved punch. And as if it weren’t festive enough, we added some adorable ghost-shaped apple slices. 😜

Get the Halloween Sangria recipe.

4

Gummy Bear Cocktail

gummy bear cocktail with lemon blueberry
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

We’re fans of a good hack, recipes that save time, and using the smallest amounts of leftovers possible to create innovative treat—remember our jam jar cocktail? We also love anything lemon-blueberry and have a feeling you love it just as much, especially in this gummy bear-inspired form.

Get the Gummy Bear Cocktail recipe.

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5

Black Magic Margaritas

black magic margaritas in a cup of ice
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Looking for a creepy Halloween cocktail? Give a classic margarita an eerie upgrade for the spooky holiday. Your guests won't know what hit them.

Get the Black Magic Margaritas recipe.

6

Pumpkin Margarita

pumpkin margaritas garnished with cinnamon stick and lime wheel
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

The combination of pumpkin pie filling, pumpkin spice syrup , and reposado tequila creates a beautiful autumnal blend you'll want to sip on all season. The aged tequila adds a rich brown sugar flavor that mixes perfectly with the pumpkin ingredients, while the bright acidity from the lime balances the cocktail and provides that classic margarita tang. This simple yet sophisticated twist on a classic cocktail is perfect for the season. Don't forget the pumpkin spice salt rim for an extra flavor punch.

Get the Pumpkin Margarita recipe.

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7

Black Widow Cocktail

deep red cocktail topped with blackberries and bay leaves
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

“Double, double, toil, and trouble… mezcal smokes and ginger beer bubble!” As we start to enter spooky season, our black widow Halloween cocktail checks ALL the boxes: dark, mysterious, delicious, and dare we say, sexy?

Get the Black Widow Cocktail recipe.

8

Sparkling Apple Cider Sangria

sparkling apple cider sangria with apple slices and cinnamon sticks
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

We can’t get enough of apple cider cocktails in the fall, and this sangria recipe is no exception. We give the classic summer drink a fall twist by adding in sparkling apple cider (of course), white wine, and fireball. Our apple cider sangria is a fan-favorite, but this bubbly version feels a bit fancier, making it worthy of any Halloween gathering.

Get the Sparkling Apple Cider Sangria recipe.

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9

Color-Changing Margaritas

pink margarita with a purple ice cube with a salt rim and lime wedge
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

It's true: Red cabbage can turn your margaritas into a florescent fuchsia spectacle. 😱 Make these at your Halloween party to really wow your crowd.

Get the Color-Changing Margarita recipe.

10

Pumpkin Juice

harry potter pumpkin juice
Photographer: Lucy Schaeffer, Food Styling: Francesca Zani.

In the Harry Potter books, pumpkin juice is traditionally served over ice for a refreshing drink that screams fall; however, you could also warm this up in a mug for something more cozy. Try it with some bourbon for the most Halloween-y hot toddy.

Get the Pumpkin Juice recipe.

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11

Blood Orange Mocktail Spritzer

blood orange mocktail with a blood orange slice, mint, and ginger
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This blood orange and ginger spritzer hits all the right notes: a little sweet, a little sour, and a little spiced. Finished off with a bouquet of fresh garnishes, it’s the perfect spooky mocktail to toast with all season long.

Get the Blood Orange Mocktail Spritzer recipe.

12

Pumpkin Spice White Russians

pumpkin spice white russians with cinnamon and whipped cream
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Your fave pumpkin spice latte, now all grown up! Whether you just want a fun nightcap, or want to have a signature cocktail at your Halloween raver, this one is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Get the Pumpkin Spice White Russians recipe.

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13

Green Apple Moscato Sangria

green apple moscato sangria with strawberries, oranges, and green apples
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Moscato sangria fans—get ready to meet your new favorite shareable cocktail. Inspired by Olive Garden's now discontinued signature sangria, this copycat green apple moscato sangria is the perfect fall twist on the classic summer cocktail.

Get the Green Apple Moscato Sangria recipe.

14

Brain Big Batch Jell-O Shot

brain big batch jello shot

Kick off your Halloween bash with this booze-spiked brain Jell-O shot! This is truly insane in the membrane.

Get the Brain Big Batch Jell-O Shot recipe.

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15

Apple Cider Margaritas

apple cider margaritas with an apple slice garnish
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Super excited for fall and all the fun fall activities that come with it—pumpkin carving, Thanksgiving, apple picking..? These cocktails are for you! They're the best of summery margaritas, plus spicy, seasonal apple cider.

Get the Apple Cider Margaritas recipe.

16

Espresso Mocha Crunch Mocktail

espresso mocha crunch mocktail in a martini glass with a whipped cream and chocolate topping and oreo garnish
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Everyone is espresso martini-crazed these days, but you don’t need to drink alcohol to enjoy this decadent trend. Our espresso mocktail packs a punch with an espresso base, creamy top, and tons of Oreo crunch, with none of the alcohol.

Get the Espresso Mocha Crunch Mocktail recipe.

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17

Poison Apple Cocktails

poison apple cocktail
Parker Feierbach

This drink is allllll about the edible glitter, available here. (We're OBSESSED.) Be warned: The glitter needs to be seriously mixed up in order to have the crazy swirl-y effect, so if you don't have a cocktail shaker, try a blender!

Get the Poison Apple Cocktails recipe.

18

Campfire Mules

campfire mules with a torched marshmallow garnish
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

For this twist on a Moscow mule, we’ve replaced the vodka with some smoked bourbon or whiskey, added some maple syrup for a touch of autumn magic, kept our lemon juice and ginger beer as our old-time residents, and included an optional roasted marshmallow to garnish.

Get the Campfire Mules recipe.

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19

Bloody Mary Syringes

bloody mary syringes
Kat Wirsing

These shooters are the PERFECT spooky Halloween cocktail. No Halloween party is complete without a little blood, right? Heads up: These go great with eyeball pasta!

Get the Bloody Mary Syringes recipe.

20

Apple Pie Bourbon Shots

apple pie bourbon shots with apple slices and cinnamon sticks in little mason jars
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

If you're truly looking to get your party started this holiday (or if you're a bourbon fan), then these apple pie bourbon shots should be a must-have at your next gathering. All you need are a few ingredients—apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg—to infuse your own bourbon that tastes just like your fave dessert.

Get the Apple Pie Bourbon Shots recipe.

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