BY KRISTEN GARRIDO
For a Halloween party that bites, vampire-inspired cocktails are the way to go.
This elegant, blood-red drink combines the sweetness of cranberry juice with the sparkle of champagne, making it a great choice for a sophisticated Halloween soirée.
In a glass, pour 1 oz vodka and 1 oz Chambord. Top with chilled champagne and a splash of cranberry juice for color.
Made with black vodka and coconut rum, this drink is creamy yet dark, making it both visually striking and delicious.
Combine 1 oz black vodka and 1 oz coconut rum in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a glass then garnish with a candy eye.
This twist on the classic margarita has a blood-red appearance thanks to blackberry and pomegranate juice, perfect for Halloween.
Mix 2 oz tequila, 1 oz lime juice, 1 oz blackberry, pomegranate juice and 1 oz triple sec in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a glass with a salt rim.
Black Widow’s Venom has a rich, “poisonous” flavor that fits perfectly with the vampire theme.
Mix 1 oz vodka, 1 oz blueberry liqueur and ½ oz lime juice in a shaker with ice. Strain into a glass and top with club soda. Garnish with a toy spider.
This striking drink gets its dark red color from Chambord and vodka, making it a visually stunning and flavorful cocktail that’s easy to make.
Mix 2 oz vodka, 1 oz Chambord, and a splash of strawberry juice. Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with toy fangs.
A twist on the traditional Bloody Mary, this savory cocktail is fitting for any vampire-themed event with its rich, spicy and "bloody" appearance.
Mix 2 oz vodka, 4 oz tomato juice, 1 tsp horseradish, 2 dashes hot sauce and juice of half a lemon. Stir with ice, strain into a glass and garnish with olives.
Vampire-inspired cocktails add a thrilling and visually stunning element to any Halloween party.