As the crisp autumn breeze rustles through the trees, and the shadows around every corner become more mischievous than friendly, it’s time to embrace the spooky season with a delicious twist–an array of delightfully hexed Halloween drink ideas for adults. And the best part? Almost every Halloween themed drink can be made non-alcoholic, so everyone can enjoy it. Whether you’re setting sail on a Halloween cruise with Carnival Cruise Line, venturing into chillingly haunted destinations like The Bahamas or Barbados, participating in onboard spooky events, or conjuring up a frightful monster mash-bash of your own, grab your cauldron and prepare to mix up wickedly good concoctions.
Halloween Alcoholic Drink Ideas
Bloody Mary
Ready to summon the spirit of a legendary cocktail? If you dare to turn off the lights and whisper her name three times, you might just conjure the most delicious Bloody Mary you’ll ever try. This classic combines vodka, tomato juice, a few dashes of Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, and dill pickle juice. Take the mozzarella pearls and carefully scoop out a small hole in each one. Insert an olive into the hole to create eerie “eyeballs.” Skewer two or three of these homemade eyeballs to garnish your drink and enjoy – if you dare. Order this drink onboard at Guys Pig And Anchor Bar-B-Que to try their unique take on this popular beverage.
Try it at Home
- 2 oz. of vodka
- 4 oz. tomato juice
- 2 dashes of Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Tabasco
- 2 oz. dill pickle juice from a jar of pickles
- 3 fresh mozzarella pearls (balls) from an 8 ounce container
- 1 ½ pitted pimento-stuffed olives or black olives
Great Pumpkin Espresso Martini
Unveil the magically energizing of the Great Pumpkin Espresso Martini, a festive play on the popular drink that will awaken your Halloween spirit. Infused with the essence of Mozart Pumpkin Spice liquor, the velvety blend of flavors sure to make you feel spirited and ready to revel in the season’s most mysterious night.
Try it at Home
- 2 oz. vodka
- 1 oz. Mozart Pumpkin Spice
- 1 oz. freshly brewed espresso
Poison Apple Martini
Step into a land of magic and forbidden fruit with the Poison Apple Martini, a bewitching blend of sour apple schnapp liqueur, vodka and lemon juice. This dazzling green potion evokes the allure of an autumn apple, plucked from the most magical orchard and cursed with a tantalizing twist. With each sip, you’ll be spellbound by its sweet and sour flavors. One taste of this potion and you’ll be eagerly anticipating your next, lost in the spellbinding magic of Halloween. You can try something similar to this onboard at the Alchemy Bar.
Try it at Home
- 1.5 oz. vodka
- ¾ oz. sour apple schnapp liqueur
- 1 – ½ teaspoons lemon juice
- Garnish with an apple slice and a gummy worm going through it
The Black Widow
Beware of the Black Widow – a cocktail so good, it’s dangerously delicious. This tantalizing drink weaves a web of bold flavors, from the sharp tartness of tequila and zesty lemon juice to the sweet allure of honey and effervescent bite of ginger beer. While you’re hypnotized by its tantalizing taste, a gummy spider perched on the rim serves as a haunting reminder of its dangerously delicious charm.
Try it at Home
- 1 oz. lemon juice
- 1 – 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
- 1 ½ -2 oz. tequila
- 2 dashes of orange bitters
- Top with ginger beer
- 4 blackberries (both muddled)
- 2 basil leaves
- 1 gummy spider
Patch Punch
Step into the spirit of autumn with the Patch Punch, a spicy cocktail that captures the essence of fall in every sip. Start by mixing 1 oz of Tito’s Vodka with Monin Spicy Chipotle Pineapple Syrup for a smoky flavor. Then, add in orange juice and lime juice for a zesty twist. Top it off with a splash of Red Sangria, creating a rich, orange hue that is perfect for those spooky October nights. Swing by the Lobby Bar on all U.S.-based ships during Halloween sailings, and let this Patch Punch become your go-to fall drink.
Try it at Home
- 1 oz Tito’s Vodka
- ½ oz Monin Spicy Chipotle Pineapple Syrup
- 1 oz Orange Juice
- 1 oz Red Sangria
- ½ oz Lime Juice
Dracula’s Kiss
Sink your fangs into Dracula’s Kiss, a blood-red concoction that’s as wickedly irresistible as it is sinister. This devilishly delightful concoction is sure to add a touch of vampiric allure to your Halloween festivities. With its deep red hue and mixture of rum with tart cherry juice and sweet grenadine, every sip brings you closer to eternal life at the Count’s side.
Try it at Home
- 2 oz. white rum
- 3 oz. black cherry juice
- 2 teaspoons grenadine
- 4 Cherries
Ghostly Gin Gimlet
Looking for a drink so delicious you’ll pull a Heathcliff and beg for it to haunt you? Well look no further than this Ghostly Gin Gimlet! This eerie elixir combines the crisp taste of gin with the tangy bite of fresh lime juice and the sweetness of simple syrup. The result is a cocktail that is as see-through and hauntingly elegant as the very spirits that linger among us. Try a tasty gin gimlet for yourself at the Piano Bar onboard.
Try it at Home
- 2 ½ oz. gin
- 1 oz. lime juice
- 1 oz. simple syrup
Witches Brew
Double, double toil and trouble, this Witches Brew is sure to leave everyone in your coven positively enchanted. Grab your cauldron–or tall glass–with a splash of ginger ale, followed by a generous pour of Bacardi Rum. Finish with a floater of Crème de Cassis, adding a mystically delicious effect. With its magical mix of flavors and supernatural presentation, it is sure to leave everyone spellbound. You can find this enchanting brew at the Lobby Bar on all U.S.-based ships during Halloween sailings.
Try it at Home
- 1 ½ oz Bacardi Rum
- Splash of Ginger ale
- ½ oz Crème de Cassis
Green Goblin
Beware–the Green Goblin isn’t just lurking under your bed; it’s waiting for you at the Lobby Bar! Mix up this mischievous brew with just 1 oz each of Skyy Vodka, Malibu Rum, and Melon Liqueur, and 2 oz of pineapple juice for a sweet twist. Stir the mixture, then top it off with a ½ oz floater of Blue Curacao. The result is an eerie green hue that’s as sneaky as a goblin itself.
Try it at Home
- 1 oz Skyy Vodka
- 1 oz Malibu Rum
- 1 oz Melon Liqueur
- 2 oz Pineapple Juice
- ½ oz Blue Curacao
Halloween Non-Alcoholic Drink Ideas
Bloody Temple
A twisted take on a classic, the Bloody Temple takes all that you know and flips it on its head for Halloween. This drink is perfect for all ages, combining the sweet and fizzy charm of a Shirley Temple with a frightful display of blood made from corn syrup and food coloring decorating the rim of each cup.
Try it at Home
- 8 oz. Ginger Ale
- ½ – ¾ oz. of Grenadine
- 2 maraschino cherries
- ¼ cup of light corn syrup
- 16 drops of red food coloring
- 2 drops of blue food coloring
Ghostly Spirits
This ghastly beverage is a hit with both the living and the undead, making it the perfect addition to your Halloween festivities or a chilling treat from the Lobby Bar on all U.S.-based ships during Halloween sailings. Combine 2 oz each of strawberry and raspberry purees, 4 oz of cranberry juice, and a splash of grenadine. This sickly-sweet concoction is sure to delight your taste buds and add a spooky touch to your fall celebrations.
Try it at Home
- 2 oz Strawberry Puree
- 2 oz Raspberry Puree
- 1 oz Grenadine
- 4 oz Cranberry Juice
Cobweb Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the cozy and creepy delight of Cobweb Hot Chocolate, the ideal sweet treat on chilly fall nights full of frights. Heat your Milk to create the perfect creamy base before pouring it over the dry ingredients, stirring gently until well combined, and add ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture. To finish off the drink, take a generous scoop of marshmallow fluff and create a cobweb design over the top of your mug, and stick a single gummy spider to the excess marshmallow fluff on the rim of your mug. You can find hot chocolate to make this drink onboard in the Main Dining Room or Lido Marketplace.
Try it at Home
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 – 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla
- Marshmallow fluff
- 1 gummy spider
As you sip on these spellbinding concoctions, remember to make your Halloween truly unforgettable—whether you’re celebrating at home or embarking on a Halloween cruise with Carnival Cruise Line. For even more inspiration, check out Carnival’s collection of cocktail recipes and tips for your next cruise, perfect for adding a dash of spooky fun to your festivities. Gather your ghoulish friends, mix up these magical drinks, and let the festivities begin. Here’s to a night full of eerie delights!
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