Halloween Cocktail Recipes
Pumpkin Martini,Scream Soda,The Ghost,Hauntini,Pumpkin Divine
Oct 26, 2007
Hauntini
Absolut released their 100 proof premium vodka, Absolut 100, just in time for New York hotspot Marquee to create this signature drink. It’ll serve up both Halloween tricks and treats.
- 1 part Absolut 100
- ½ part lemon-lime soda
- ½ part pineapple juice
- ½ part sour mix
- ½ part grenadine
- splash of blue curacao
Combine all ingredients over ice in a highball glass. Serve garnished with a lemon slice.
Scream Soda
Thanks to TheBar.com for this frightful treat!
- 1.25 oz. Captain Morgan Spiced Rum
- 5 oz. lemon-lime soda
Combine the Captain Morgan Spiced Rum and lemon-lime soda in a tall, ice-filled glass. Garnish with a slice of lemon and a slice of lime.
Pumpkin Martini
Pumpkins and pumpkin pie are synonymous with Halloween and fall. This version of the Pumpkin Martini is a signature drink at Mokai in Miami Beach, and featured two of the new spirits of the season.
- 3 parts Absolut 100
- ½ part Hiram Walker Pumpkin Spice Liqueur
- splash of simple syrup
Combine all ingredients over ice and shake. Strain into a cocktail glass, and garnish with a cinnamon stick.
Pumpkin Divine
CocktailTimes.com has also weighed in with a pumpkin cocktail for Halloween. It’s sure to leave behind a jack-o-lantern smile.
- 1 part Grey Goose La Poire vodka
- 1 part pumpkin butter
- ½ part triple sec
- ½ part simple syrup
- Pinch of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and ginger
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously, until the outside of the shaker is frosted and beaded with sweat. Strain into a cocktail glass. Serve garnished with grated nutmeg and an apple chip.
The Ghost
- 1.25 oz. Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka
- .25 oz. Godiva Chocolate Liqueur
- .25 oz. half-and-half
- .25 oz. simple syrup
Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice. Shake to combine, and strain into a chilled cocktail glass rimmed with white chocolate. Garnish with white chocolate shavings. (Courtesy of TheBar.com)
Prickly Pear
Sweet and sour flavors contrast and combine in this cocktail, sure to spice up a spooky night. The Prickly Pear is a signature drink at the TAO Las Vegas, at the Venetian.
- 1 ½ parts Absolut Pear vodka
- ½ part Triple Sec
- 1 part pineapple juice
- splash of sour mix
- splash of blue curacao
Combine all ingredients. Serve over ice in a highball glass, garnished with a cherry.
Pumpkin French 75
The original French 75 was created during World War I, and named for the 75-millimeter artillery gun. This version still packs a wallop, while adding a hint of fall flavor.
- 1 oz. Plymouth Gin
- 1 oz. pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ oz. fresh lemon juice
- 1 ½ oz. simple syrup
- Champagne
Shake all ingredients except champagne in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into a champagne flute. Top with chilled champagne and serve. (Courtesy of CocktailTimes.com)
Royal Cider Grog
Hot drinks are popular choices for chilly evenings. This grog will warm up a crowd!
- 1.5 cups Crown Royal
- 8 cups apple cider
- 8 cinnamon sticks
Combine Crown Royal and apple cider in a large pot, and heat until warm. Pour into 8 heat-proof mugs, and garnish each mug with a cinnamon stick. (Courtesy of TheBar.com)
If cocktails or hot toddies aren't on the menu, why not try a Halloween shooter?
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