Halloween is approaching quickly, and to take your themed parties to the next level, here is a curated list of bewitching Halloween Cocktails that are sure to cast a spell over your guests.
Witch’s Brew White Wine Spritzer
If you’re hosting a costume party, you need to serve this to your guests.
The hints of lemon and green apple with notes of herbs in the wine pair perfectly with the elderflower liqueur and will make this spooky elixir the talk of the town.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle of Jackson-Triggs Proprietors Selection Sauvignon Blanc
- 1/2 cup elderflower liqueur (St-Germain)
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup sparkling water
- Blackberries and lime slices for garnish
Directions:
In a pitcher/cauldron, mix the Jackson-Triggs Proprietors Selection Sauvignon Blanc, elderflower liqueur, and lime juice. Pour the mixture into glasses filled with ice, leaving some room at the top. Top off each glass with sparkling water. Garnish with blackberries and lime slices.
Vampire’s Kiss Wine Cocktail
This glamorous drink is a tribute to all things vampiric, looking at the Twilight fans in the house.
This berry-forward combined with floral notes of Saintly The Good Sparkling Rosé, will win over both Team Edward and Team Jacob.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle of Saintly The Good Sparkling Rosé
- 1/4 cup raspberry liqueur
- Fresh raspberries for garnish
- Red sugar or edible glitter for rimming the glasses
Directions
Rim the champagne flutes with red sugar or edible glitter (to make your drink sparkle like a Cullen.) Pour a splash of raspberry liqueur into each flute. Top with Saintly Sparkling Rose and garnish with fresh raspberries. The red sugar or glitter will give the drink a bloody effect.
Mysterious Midnight Mulled Wine
For all the warm bodies, this mulled wine will feel like a cozy embrace.
The wine’s aromas of sweet red berry fruit and vanilla will pair great with the spices, making it a delightful combination.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle of Bodacious Cabernet Sauvignon
- 1/2 cup blackcurrant liqueur (Creme de Cassis)
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4-6 whole cloves
- 4-6 black cardamom pods
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- (adjust to taste)
- Optional: star anise for garnish
Directions:
- In a large pot, combine Bodacious Cabernet Sauvignon, blackcurrant liqueur, brandy, cinnamon sticks, cloves, black cardamom pods, and orange slices.
- Warm the mixture over low heat, making sure not to boil it. Stir in honey or maple syrup to sweeten the mulled wine to your liking.
- Allow the flavours to meld for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and strain the mulled wine into heatproof glasses or mugs.
- Garnish each serving with star anise for an extra touch of mystery and serve warm.