Trick or Treat, or is it On the Rocks or Neat?
Halloween isn’t just about the costumes and candy—it's the perfect time to get creative with cocktails! Whether you're looking to serve up spooky sips that’ll give your guests goosebumps or indulge in sweet drinks inspired by your favorite childhood treats, there’s a cocktail for every kind of celebration. The best part? You don’t need to be a mixology expert to whip up these festive drinks! From candy-infused concoctions to eerie, dark-and-stormy brews, there are countless ways to make your Halloween party unforgettable. With so many tasty options, you’ll want to try them all before the night is over!
Salted Nut Roll
Instructions:
Rim lowball glass with a mixture of crushed peanuts and salt.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
Pour 2 oz Noteworthy Butterscotch Bourbon
Pour 1 oz Hard Chaw Irish Cream
Shake and strain or pour over ice and enjoy!
Craving a cocktail that hits all the right notes? The Salted Nut Roll delivers a symphony of flavors, whether you enjoy it as a cocktail or a shot! The star of the show, Noteworthy Butterscotch Bourbon, brings the warm, natural sweetness of butterscotch, perfectly balanced with the smooth, bold kick of bourbon. Paired with Hard Chaw Irish Cream—15% higher proof than the usual creams—it adds an irresistibly rich and creamy texture, creating a decadent, dessert-like experience that lingers. It’s a sweet, creamy, and nutty masterpiece that will leave you craving an encore!
The Deacon Hot Toddy
Ingredients:
1.5 oz Deacon Scotch Whisky
0.75 oz Lemon juice
0.75 Honey
3.5 oz Water
Instructions:
Heat up 3.5 oz water until hot
Add all ingredients to a brandy glass
Lightly mix everything together
Garnish with a sprig of toasted rosemary
Take your hot toddy game to the next level with the deep, smoky richness of The Deacon Scotch whiskey. Every sip is a warming embrace, as the peat and smoke cut through the sweetness of honey and the citrusy zing of lemon, creating a perfectly balanced blend of flavors. It's like wrapping yourself in a cozy blanket by the fire, but with a smoky sophistication that lingers on the palate. One sip, and you'll be hooked on this bold take on the timeless comfort drink.
Pumpkin Martini
Ingredients:
Ice cubes
2 oz Stoli Vanilla Vodka
1 oz Pumpkin Spiced RumChata
2 tbs Pumpkin Puree
1/4 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
1/2 oz. Half and Half
Rim:
Maple Syrup - to taste
1 Whole graham cracker
1/4 tsp of Pumpkin pie spice and ground cinnamon
1 tbs sugar
Garnish:
Cinnamon Stick, pumpkin spice, and whipped cream
Instructions:
For the rim, crush graham cracker in a resealable bag, or food processor, until it resembles sand. Stir in the pumpkin spice, cinnamon and sugar. Dip the rim of a martini glass into maple syrup, then roll the rim in the graham cracker mix. Set the glass aside.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the ice with the vodka, rum, pumpkin, maple syrup and vanilla, along with the pumpkin spice if using. Shake until chilled. Add in the cream and swirl or stir to combine.
Strain and pour cocktail into the prepared martini glass. Garnish with cinnamon stick, dollop with whipped cream and sprinkle with pumpkin spice and/or nutmeg. Enjoy!
What a way to celebrate Harvest season! Imagine the smooth warmth of vanilla vodka paired with the creamy, spiced goodness of Pumpkin RumChata. It’s like sipping on a perfectly spiced pumpkin pie, but with a boozy twist! Sip on this one while celebrating with friends or sitting at home waiting for the trick or treaters!
Summit Wine from a Pumpkin
Stock up on Summit boxed wine for a fun and convenient way to serve drinks at your next gathering! Summit offers a variety of popular wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Red Blend. Each box holds the equivalent of 3-5 bottles and stays fresh for 4-5 weeks once opened, making it a great option for parties.
For your Halloween bash, it's the perfect choice—easy to transport, simple to serve, and guaranteed to be a hit with your guests!
Instructions:
Cut a hole in the top of your pumpkin and remove the insides.
Cut a small hole the size of the wine spigot.
Remove the wine bag from the box and place it inside the pumpkin.
Pull the spigot through the hold for easy dispensing!
Peanut Butter Cup Martini
Ingredients:
For the infused vodka:
1 c. Prairie Organic Vodka
1/2 c. Reese’s pieces
For the cocktail:
Ice
3 oz. Reese’s-Infused vodka
3 oz. milk
2 oz. Trader Vic’s Chocolate liqueur
1/4 c. peanut butter for rim
2 Reese’s peanut butter cups for garnish
2 tbsp chocolate syrup
Instructions:
In a mason jar, combine vodka and Reese’s pieces. Cover with tight fitting lid and shake. Refrigerate overnight, then strain.
Fill a cockatil shaker with ice, then pour over strained vodka, milk, and Trader Vic’s Chocolate Liqueur. Shake until chilled.
Put peanut butter on one small plate and crushed Reese’s pieces on another. Dunk tops of two cocktail glasses in peanut butter then roll in crushed Reese’s Pieces.
Drizzle a tablespoon of chocolate syrup into each glass. Divide cocktail mixture between glasses and garnish with a peanut butter cup.
Why choose between dessert and a drink when you can have both? The Peanut Butter Cup Martini is the ultimate indulgence for anyone who loves the iconic combo of chocolate and peanut butter. Crafted with Reese's-infused Prairie Organic Vodka, creamy milk, and decadent Trader Vic's Chocolate Liqueur, this cocktail is a rich, velvety delight. Rimmed with peanut butter and topped with crushed Reese's Pieces, each sip is like diving into a sweet, boozy peanut butter cup! Garnished with a Reese's cup and a drizzle of chocolate syrup, this is the grown-up treat you didn’t know you needed!
With these fun and easy Halloween cocktails, you're sure to delight your guests and add a festive twist to your celebration. Whether you’re embracing the harvest season or satisfying your candy cravings, there’s no shortage of creative and delicious drinks to try. So gather your ingredients, shake up something special, and toast to a night of thrills, chills, and unforgettable sips!