10 Best Halloween Cocktails and Drinks

Looking for the best boozy drinks to make this spooky season? Look no further! We’re sharing our favorite Halloween cocktail recipes.

Halloween cocktails
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With Halloween right around the corner, we know you’re bound to be hosting or attending some spooky gatherings with family and friends. When it comes to the best boozy beverages to brew, we’ve got your back! We’ve compiled our favorite Halloween cocktail recipes that will be a hit at any Halloween party.  

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Vampire Kiss Martini

Vampire kiss martini

A spooky spin on the sophisticated martini, this drink combines raspberry liqueur, vodka, your favorite bubbly, and red sugar for the rim coating. 

Healthy Hack: Replace sparking wine club soda with a more blood-sugar-friendly beverage and skip the sugar coating. 

Get the full recipe here.

Candy Apple Cocktail

Candy apple cocktail

This fruity drink is hauntingly refreshing. Made with lemon-lime soda, vodka, and grenadine (a syrup made from pomegranate juice) and garnished with an apple slice, it’s sure to be a crowd favorite.

Healthy Hack: To reduce sugar and calories, use sparkling water instead of lemon-lime soda.

Get the full recipe here.

Swamp Water Surprise

Swamp water surprise

Get in the Halloween spirit with this creepy cocktail. Similar to the murky, eerie waters of a swamp, this drink also has a surprise beneath the surface—jello! Prepared with orange juice and blue curacao, this Halloween drink is more than meets the eye. Vodka-spiked gelatin lies waiting at the bottom of the glass for those brave enough to try it.  

Healthy Hack: For a healthier version, try using sugar-free gelatin. 

Get the full recipe here.

Halloween Punch

Halloween punch

This punch's combination of sweet and tart flavors makes it hard for anyone to pass up. It’s the perfect shade of blood-red and made with pomegranate juice and cherries. 

Healthy Hack: While this recipe is specifically for grown-ups, you can skip the alcohol for a Halloween Punch Mocktail instead.

Get the full recipe here.

<div class="pro-tip"><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href=low-calorie-alcoholic-drinks>9 Low-Calorie Alcoholic Drinks for Weight Loss</a></a>.</div>

Halloween Margarita

Halloween margarita

The Halloween Margarita is a spooky twist on this classic cocktail, making it a fun choice for your next Halloween party or celebration. Mix your favorite tequila, orange liqueur, simple syrup, lime, and bright sprinkles for a ghastly green hue. 

Healthy Hack: To cut back on sugar but not on taste, forgo the simple syrup and add extra lime.

Get the full recipe here.

Halloween Sangria

Halloween sangria

This fruit-forward cocktail combines red wine, liqueur, maple syrup, cranberry juice, and freshly cut fruit like apples and blackberries to create a sweet and satisfying sangria. 

Healthy Hack: Skip the sweetener and add extra muddled berries to boost the flavor.

Get the full recipe here.

Pumpkin Martini

Pumpkin martini

If you can’t get enough pumpkin spice this time of year, this drink is for you! This smooth and creamy martini is made with vanilla-flavored vodka, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice. It's so delicious that it doubles as a dessert, too! 

Healthy Hack: Skip the sugar rim and use high-quality Ceylon cinnamon

Get the full recipe here.

Black Widow

Black widow cocktail

This simple yet spooky drink may be your new favorite Halloween cocktail. Crafted using vodka, blackberries, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice cubes, it comes together beautifully. Garnish with blackberries for the perfect Halloween touch. 

Healthy Hack: Omit the simple syrup and try adding muddled berries instead. 

Get the full recipe here.

Ghostbuster

Ghostbuster cocktail

This glowing green drink is a great addition to any Halloween gathering. Tasty melon liqueur gives this concoction its eerie color. 

Healthy Hack: Try reducing the amount of liqueur and using fresh lime juice instead. 

Get the full recipe here.

Candy Corn Cocktail

Forget trick-or-treating—this cocktail is better than Halloween candy. Combine rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, whipped cream, and sprinkles for the tastiest candy corn you’ve ever had. 

Healthy Hack: Use reduced sugar juice to make this cocktail more blood sugar-friendly. 

Get the full recipe here.

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Rebecca Washuta is a licensed dietitian with degrees in neuroscience and nutrition and helped individuals develop long-term health habits and achieve various wellness goals.

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