12 Spook-tacular Halloween Cocktails To Make at Home

WRITTEN BY: SCOTT VAN DORT

Planning a spooky gathering this autumn and in need of some Halloween-inspired cocktail treats for your guests? Search no more. Whether it’s an intimate gathering with other earthly souls or a grand and ghoulish celebration, there’s no better way to captivate your guests than by offering a selection of scarily delicious Halloween cocktails. 

And it won’t just be ghosts stirring – you’ll be mixing and shaking until you awaken the spirits of the night.  

Divided (or should we say dismembered?) into three categories – Bloody Mary Cocktails, Spooky Spirits and Frightful Fusions – we’ve hand-selected 12 spook-tacular and easy Halloween cocktail recipes your guests will be screaming to try. 

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Bloody Halloween Cocktail Recipes

Allegedly inspired by the infamous Queen Mary I of England, who was dubbed “Bloody Mary” due to the hundreds of executions during her reign, these fiery and spicy, blood-red concoctions are an essential for any Halloween event.

Bloody Mary

The traditional Bloody Mary, consisting of Absolut Vodka, Tomato Juice, Lemon Juice, Hot Sauce, Worcestershire Sauce, and a sprinkle of Black Pepper and Garlic Salt, is the perfect potion for crafting a batch of Halloween cocktails to be served in cauldron. 

Try our delicious Bloody Mary recipe yourself! 

Virgin Mary 

If you need some Halloween virgin cocktails on the menu, the eerily delicious Virgin Mary is a non-alcoholic rendition of the classic Bloody Mary. But make no mistake, the Virgin Mary contains all the fire and spice of the Bloody Mary version – just minus the Vodka. 

Discover our eerily easy-to-make Virgin Mary recipe. 

Absolut Peppar Bloody Mary

More fire!! More spice!! Hotter than hell, this Bloody Mary variation uses Absolut Peppar Vodka to take your Bloody Mary Halloween drink ideas to scary new levels of heat. 

Take a peek at our Absolut Peppar Bloody Mary recipe…if you dare! 

Bloody Mary Shot 

Don’t be fooled by its diminutive appearance – this fiery demon packs all the punch of the traditional version with all the same ingredients, but served as a shot. It delivers a quick burst of zesty and savory flavors, making it a wickedly festive choice for Halloween party cocktails. 

Here’s how to create a frighteningly tasty Bloody Mary Shot. 

Spooky Halloween Drink Ideas

We now leave behind the bloodiness of the Bloody Mary and summon the spirits of Jamaican Rum, Vodka, Malibu, Cognac, Calvados, and Sweet Vermouth.

Spooky Pumpkin Martini
This bewitching brew combines Absolut Vodka, Creamy Milk, a dash of Vanilla Extract, sweet Cinnamon Syrup, and rich Pumpkin Puree. This Halloween cocktail is like sipping on a wickedly tasty pumpkin pie. 

Peer into our Spooky Pumpkin Martini recipe. 

Spooky Colada

Get ready to cast a tropical spell with the Spooky Colada. This enchanting cocktail blends Malibu, Absolut Lime, Pineapple Juice, creamy Coconut, Fresh Lime Juice, and a dash of Angostura bitters. If you’re looking for spooky Halloween cocktail ideas, this is the taste of a haunted island getaway in a glass. 

Uncover the recipe for the Spooky Colada. 

Grog

Evoking ghostly images of pirates and sailors navigating haunted seas on All Hallows’ Eve, Grog combines Dark Jamaican Rum with Boiling Water, a hint of Simple Syrup, a dash of Bitters, and a squeeze of Lime to create a Halloween cocktail brew perfect for sea-faring souls.  

Sail over to our Grog cocktail recipe. 

Corpse Reviver

Stir up a Halloween cocktail concoction of Cognac, Calvados, Sweet Vermouth, and a squeeze of Orange and you have a drink with a bewitching blend of flavors. Guaranteed to raise the spirits during spooky season 

Wake the dead with a Corpse Reviver cocktail. 

Frightful Halloween Inspired Cocktails

We now enter the realm of Scotch Whisky, Cherry Liqueur, Absolut Vanilia Vodka, and Honey Liqueur, with three elixirs crafted to terrify and delight.

Vampire

Sink your teeth into this chilling Halloween cocktail recipe, which features Absolut Vodka, Whisky or Honey Liqueur, and Campari. The deep red hue and tantalizing flavors make it a fang-tastic choice for any Halloween hang. 

Ready to meet the Vampire? Bite into our recipe. 

Blood and Sand

An enchanting blend of Scotch Whisky, Cherry Liqueur, Orange Juice, and Sweet Vermouth, Blood and Sand captures the essence of a haunted desert landscape, with its blood-red hue and tantalizing flavors. Drink this spooky Halloween cocktail only if you dare. 

Dig up our Blood and Sand recipe here.

Rusty Nail 

A potion fit for witches and warlocks alike, the Rusty Nail mixes Scotch Whisky and Honey Liqueur, with a twist of Lemon Zest for an extra dash of magic. With its warm and smoky flavors, this Halloween party cocktail is sure to captivate all who dare to sip it. 

Prise open our recipe for the Rusty Nail. 

Pumpkin Pie Martini

This Halloween cocktail is a wickedly delightful concoction that will cast a spell on your taste buds. Blending smooth Absolut Vanilia Vodka, Milk, Cinnamon Syrup, and a dash of Pumpkin Puree, this eerie elixir captures the essence of a Pumpkin Pie in a glass. But be warned – it’s devilishly decadent. 

Unlock the secrets to the ultimate Pumpkin Pie Martini recipe.

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