30 Scary Good Halloween Cocktails to Try

Double, double, toil, and trouble—make your cauldron bubble with this spiked pomegranate-pineapple punch. And then put on the classic Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen movie on in the background if you want it to be a party your guests won't forget.

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Take trick-or-treating to a while new level with these rainbow Jolly Rancher shots. All you need is vodka, seltzer, and plenty of these cheerful hard candies.

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Making a big batch cocktail will make your hosting duties so much easier, and with the right recipe, they're just as impressive (if not more). This Frankenpunch cocktail is tangy and delicious. If you want to go all the way with the Frankenstein theme, add green food coloring.

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'Tis the season to embrace being basic with a delicious PSL-inspired cocktail. These are made with coffee, Kahlúa, gelatin, whipped cream, and pumpkin pie spice for that perfect autumn buzz.

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Turn the lights down low this Halloween and make some glow-in-the-dark Jell-O shots that'll really stand out to party guests.

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You may never go back to actual pumpkin pie after this cream soda, vodka, and pumpkin ice cream punch. They'll definitely be back for an encore this Thanksgiving.

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These cotton candy shots are the party trick you didn't know you needed. The candy will dissolve as soon as the liquid hits it. Just like magic, minus the creepy magician.

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This punch combines your two fall flavor favorites. If you really want to go all out with the autumn theme, try serving it in apple cups—more on that in the next slide.

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If you're hosting a Halloween bash and want to really blow your guests away, make these spiked cider shots. Clearly they have the best fall-themed presentation around while still looking elevated, tasty, and tasteful. Plus, the cups are edible, so there's less cleanup involved for you.

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It's a gothic tale as old as time: a "good" man with a sinister self lurking just beneath the surface. Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's haunting novella, this drink looks coral in the daylight, but it'll glow white when placed under a black light. Luckily, your Jekyll & Gin cocktail has a happier ending.

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So you hate sweet cocktails and love a challenge? These Bloody Mary pickle shots are definitely not for the faint of heart, but hey, neither was going into a pitch black bathroom to summon Bloody Mary's spirit. Not only is the presentation impressive, but you'll also get that signature deliciousness comprised of horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, tomato juice, and more.

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With three ounces of of rum and Blue Curacao, this jade and navy drink doesn't belie its namesake. Try the sweet poison, if you dare.

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When you want to throw a grown-up Halloween party, opt for this pretty punch cocktail recipe. It's chic and delicious, while still playing into the seasonal color schemes. This fizzy orange-cranberry punch be your go-to punch for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

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Break up that classic black and orange color scheme while still delivering the spook factor with these bright blue Jell-O shark attack shots.

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These are the only way to pre-game on October 31st. They're melon, peach, and grape flavored, so they offer more than just good looks.

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With triple sec, Midori, Apple Pucker, and vodka, you'll go from thinking this is the best cocktail you've ever had to cursing it when you wake up the next morning. Pure evil, but so worth it.

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Finally—caramel apples that won't break your teeth (and will get you buzzed!) They're seriously the best drink you'll ever have, and they're super easy to serve.

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Deliciously disgusting, just like Halloween should be! This big batch cocktail requires a brain mold, but this is how you do shots for a crowd on Halloween night.

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When you're looking for a fun theme on Halloween that isn't just straight "Halloween," what could be better than Harry Potter? It makes costumes and cocktails so much easier. This recipe for a boozy butterbeer punch is sure to come in handy.

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Supplement your punch with these butterbeer Jell-O shots. Every witch and wizard will approve of them.

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