It’s that time of year when the moon takes on an eerie glow, pumpkins sport sinister grins, and the crisp autumn air carries whispers of the supernatural. But beyond the traditional thrills of costumes and candy, why not up the ante on your Halloween party game this year by adding some cool party ideas? For this year’s soirée, host the ultimate Halloween bash with a twist – a signature cocktail and horror movie pairing. In this article, we’ll guide you through crafting spine-tingling cocktails that’ll tingle your taste buds and show you the perfect horror movies to accompany them.
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Candyman (2021) and Spiked Jolly Rancher Punch (Credit: Sugar and Charm)
Candyman is back in Jordan Peele’s reimagining of the classic horror movie. This time, the hooked Candyman finds his victims in a newly gentrified Chicago neighborhood. Dare you say his name five times in the mirror…? Available on Prime Video
- Sparkling Apple Cider
- Raspberry Vodka or Passion Fruit Vodka
- Pineapple Juice (use 100% pineapple juice)
- Cranberry Juice (use sweetened)
- Ginger Ale
- Black licorice
- Bag of Jolly Ranchers Hard Candy
- Mix pineapple juice, cranberry juice, apple cider, and ginger ale, then spike it with either passion fruit or raspberry-infused vodka. Add the ice ten minutes before your guests arrive, so it doesn’t dilute the drink. Cut the top and bottom off the licorice and cut it to the size of the glasses you’re serving the Halloween punch in. Place licorice in cups as straws and garnish with a Jolly Rancher.
The Exorcist and The Pazuzu
An iconic horror film, The Exorcist delves into the harrowing battle between good and evil as a young girl Regan MacNeil becomes possessed by a malevolent demon, and two determined priests must confront the darkness to save her soul. The Pazuzu is a refreshing bright green cocktail that is the perfect match to the bright green vomit Regan spews in the film. Available on MAX
- 1 Part Tequila
- 1 Part Green Crème de Menthe
- 1 Part Lime Juice
- Combine in a martini glass and garnish with lime peel.
Fear Street Trilogy and It’s Alive (Credit: E.P. & L.P.)
It’s Alive! In the Fear Street trilogy, a group of teenagers in the cursed town of Shadyside uncover a centuries-old evil that haunts them across different time periods. This cocktail is the perfect accompaniment to keep you calm while on the edge of your seat watching this horror trilogy based on the books of the same name. Available on Netflix
- Empress Gin
- Orgeat
- Tiki Bitters
- Passion Fruit
- Lemon
- Micro Flowers
- Combine everything except micro flowers. Shake and pour in a cocktail glass. Garnish with the micro flowers.
Friday the 13th (1980) and The Jason Voorhees
The Jason Voorhees is a bright green and red cocktail that is as playful as it is deadly. It’s perfect for sipping while Jason Voorhees terrorizes the campers at Camp Crystal Lake on Friday the 13th. Available on MAX
- 1 Part Green Apple Schnapps
- 1 Part Vodka
- 1 Part Cranberry Juice
- Combine in a cocktail glass, stir, and serve.
Halloween (1978) and The Jack-O-Lantern
The Jack-O-Lantern is a creamy and pumpkin-spiced cocktail that is as comforting as it is creepy. It’s the perfect drink for sipping while you watch escaped psychopath Michael Myers stalk the babysitters of Haddonfield on Halloween night. Available on AMC+
- 1 Part Pumpkin Spice Liqueur
- 1 Part Whiskey
- 1 Part Heavy Cream
- Combine in a glass, sip and enjoy
The Hills Have Eyes and The Casa Crazy Eyes (Credit: Casamigos)
A family’s desert road trip takes a horrifying turn when they become stranded near a government nuclear testing site, unleashing a bloodthirsty clan of mutated cannibals. Pair this horror movie with the Casa Crazy Eyes from Casamigos premium tequila. Available on Hulu
- 1.5 oz. Casamigos Blanco Tequila
- 1.5 oz. Soho Lychee Liqueur
- 1 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
- .5 oz. Simple Syrup
- 4 Basil Leaves
- ½ Thick Rim Black Lava Salt/Sugar
- 1 Luxardo Cherry
- 1 Lychee Ball
- Garnish with Luxardo cherry inside lychee ball (as eyeball) through skewer
- Wet ½ rim of glass with lime wheel or wedge and dip into salt/sugar mixture. Combine all ingredients into a tin shaker and muddle basil. Add ice, shake vigorously and fine strain into a rimmed martini glass and garnish.
It/It Chapter Two and The Cristalino Crawler (Credit: Casamigos)
Something is lurking beneath the small town of Derry in Stephen King’s horror story. It creeps, crawls, and pairs perfectly with this Casamigos cocktail. Available on Hulu and MAX
- 1.5 oz. Casamigos Cristalino Tequila
- 1.25 oz. Melon Liqueur (Suggest Midori)
- 1 oz. Fresh Pineapple Juice
- .5 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
- Optional: 1 Pinch Cinnamon
- ½ Thick Rim Black Lava Salt/Sugar 2:1 Ratio
- Garnish 1-2 Black Faux Spiders
- Wet ½ rim of large coupe or martini glass with lemon wedge or wheel and dip into salt mixture. Combine all ingredients into a tin shaker. Add ice, shake vigorously and strain into rimmed glass. Add fresh ice and garnish.
A Nightmare On Elm Street and The Spiced Pumpkin Pasadena Martini (Credit: Hotel Dena)
The Spiced Pumpkin Pasadena Martini is a sweet and spicy cocktail that is as seductive as it is sinister. It’s the perfect drink for sipping while you watch Freddy Krueger haunt the dreams of the teenagers of Elm Street. Available on MAX
- 2 oz. Woody Creek Vodka
- 1 oz. Monin Cold Brew Concentrate
- .5 oz. Monin Spiced Pumpkin Syrup
- Garnish: Fresh grated nutmeg, candied orange on a stainless steel skull cocktail pick
- Shake and strain before pouring in a martini glass. Garnish and serve.
The Shining and The Blood and Sand (Credit: Tipsy Pear)
The Blood and Sand is a red cocktail that is both delicious and eerie. It’s the perfect drink for sipping as you watch Jack Torrance slowly lose his grip on reality in The Shining. Available on MAX
- Equal parts Scotch, Cherry Herring, Sweet Vermouth and Fresh OJ
- Mix liquids and garnish with Orange Peel and Luxardo Cherry
- Optional: Add edible glitter for an extra sparkle effect
The Thing and The Bloodhound
The Bloodhound is a smoky and citrusy cocktail that is as intense as the paranoia in The Thing. It’s the perfect drink for sipping while you along with the crew at Outpost 31, try to figure out who among them is The Thing. Available on AMC+
- 1 Part Tequila
- 1 Part Blood Orange Juice
- 1 Part Campari
- Combine in a cocktail glass, sip and enjoy
Trick ‘r Treat and The Lingering Spirit (Credit: Hotel Dena)
Anna Paquin stars in this tale of five clever horror short stories that come together on a terrifying Halloween night. This drink is dark and fun, just like this Halloween movie. Available on MAX
- 2 oz. Fords Gin
- .75 oz. Garden Syrup
- .75 oz. Lime Juice
- 1 vial of Coconut Charcoal
- Large Ice Cubes
- Garnish: Black spider
- Shake and strain before pouring over 1 large ice cube in a double old fashioned glass.
If you’re looking for cool party ideas for your upcoming Halloween party, look no further then pairing a horror movie with a spooky signature cocktail. So gather your friends, dim the lights, and enjoy a frightfully good night.
