Halloween is just around the corner at the end of October and you already want to get into the spooky and autumnal vibes? No problem! Why not decorate your home, start doing activities like pumpkin carving and celebrate spooky season with some great Halloween-themed Irish Whiskey Cocktails? We have the best recipes for your Halloween cocktails.
The Bloody Maraschino Cherry Manhattan
Deep red and delicious, this whiskey cocktail gives you the taste and the spooks. It is a twist on a classic Manhattan which combines the smoothness of Irish whiskey with the sweetness of maraschino cherry. The cherry liquor creates a rich and haunting ruby-red drink which makes it perfect for your Halloween party.
Ingredients:
50 ml Irish Whiskey
25 mlLuxardo Liqeur
17 ml Dry Vermouth
3 Maraschino Cherries
1 tsp Maraschino Cherry Juice from the Jar
Agnostura Bitters for garnish
Ice Cubes
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Meet Bloody Mary’s spooky sister: Bloody Molly
You might know the classic cocktail Bloody Mary, containing tomato juice, vodka and spices. But did you know that it has a sister? Bloody Molly replaces the wodka with whiskey, which makes it spicy and smoky and gives it a deeper warmth. The classic tomato and spice pairs perfectly with the aromas of the whiskey. And why Bloody Molly is a great cocktail for Halloween does not need to be explained.
Ingredients:
1⅓ Parts Irish Whiskey
4 Parts Tomato Juice
2 Dashes Worcestershire Sauce
2 Dashes Tabasco
⅙ Parts Lemon Juice
1 Teaspoon Celery Salt
Freshly Cracked Black Pepper (to taste)
1 Stick Celery & 1 Whole Prawn (for garnish)
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Cozy Halloween: Pumpkin Spice Irish Coffee
Nothing says autumn like pumpkin spice! This drink is more on the cozy than on the spooky side of Halloween and autumn, however it really captures the seasons vibes. Just give the classic and already great Irish coffee a twist with pumpkin spice syrup.
Ingredients:
40ml Irish whiskey
100ml hot coffee
15ml pumpkin spice syrup
Lightly whipped cream
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Spiced Whisky Apple Cider
Staying with the hot and cozy beverages, the spiced whiskey apple cider is also a great way to welcome autumn and Halloween season. And it includes two typically Irish ingredients. Keep warm with a glass of this drink when you’re listening to ghost stories with your friends by the fire.
Ingredients:
2 Parts Irish Whiskey
3 Parts Apple Cider
¼ part Lemon Juice
¼ parts Honey Water
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Blood Moon Sour
You like whiskey sour? Then this spooky and devilish red take on the drink might be the perfect Halloween cocktail for you. Just slowly pour red wine over the other ingredients for a creepy blood moon effect.
Ingredients:
40ml Irish whiskey
20ml lemon juice
5ml simple syrup<
15ml red wine (a dry Shiraz or Malbec works well)
Egg white (optional, for texture)
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Witch’s Brew Punch
You’re hosting a party and want to create a drink for several people? Then why not make a punch – which can also be served in a witchy cauldron for special effect! The fruity and bubbly witch’s brew topped with spices is the perfect punch for your Halloween party.
Ingredients (serves 6–8):
250ml Irish whiskey
150ml cranberry juice
150ml apple cider
50ml fresh lime juice
50ml honey syrup
Soda water to top, Orange wheels, apple slices, and star anise for garnish
Make the most of your witchy party with our Irish whiskey Halloween cocktails
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