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Witches Potions: Halloween-Themed Cocktails

Talia Cartwright Student Contributor, West Virginia University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at WVU chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

Brew up some spooky fun with these Halloween-themed cocktails, crafted to add a touch of magic to any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a haunted party or enjoying a mystical night in, these witch-inspired drinks are sure to enchant your guests and set the perfect eerie atmosphere.

1. Witch’s Brew

A colorful, fruity potion that bubbles like a cauldron.

Ingredients:

– 2 oz vodka

– 1 oz blue curaçao

– 3 oz pineapple juice

– ½ oz lime juice

– Tonic water (for bubbles)

– Dry ice (optional for a spooky effect)

Instructions:

1. Combine the vodka, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and lime juice in a shaker with ice.

2. Shake well and strain into a glass.

3. Add tonic water to create bubbles.

4. For a foggy effect, carefully add a small piece of dry ice (ensure it fully dissolves before sipping).

2. Black Magic Margarita

A dark and enchanting twist on the classic margarita.

Ingredients:

– 2 oz silver tequila

– 1 oz triple sec

– 1 oz lime juice

– 1 oz simple syrup

– Black food coloring

– Black salt (for the rim)

Instructions:

1. Rim your glass with black salt.

2. In a shaker, combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, simple syrup, and a drop of black food coloring.

3. Shake with ice and strain into your glass.

3. Poison Apple Martini

A deadly-looking, delicious apple martini.

Ingredients:

– 2 oz apple vodka

– 1 oz pomegranate juice

– ½ oz apple cider

– ½ oz grenadine

– ½ oz lemon juice

– Edible glitter (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.

2. Shake and strain into a martini glass.

3. Add edible glitter for a magical shimmer.

4. The Bloody Witch

A rich and hauntingly red cocktail.

Ingredients:

– 1 ½ oz dark rum

– 1 oz blood orange juice

– ½ oz grenadine

– ½ oz lemon juice

– Club soda (optional for a lighter version)

Instructions:

1. Mix rum, blood orange juice, grenadine, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice.

2. Strain into a glass and top with club soda if desired.

5. Green Elixir

A vibrant green concoction that looks like a potion from a spellbook.

Ingredients:

– 1 ½ oz gin

– ½ oz green chartreuse

– 1 oz lime juice

– ½ oz simple syrup

– 2 basil leaves (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a shaker, mix gin, green chartreuse, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice.

2. Shake well and strain into a glass.

3. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a witchy touch.

Enjoy these spooky cocktails!

Talia is the president and editor in chief of West Virginia University’s Her Campus chapter, where she studies journalism and marketing. She hopes to pursue a career in fashion and beauty journalism or marketing in New York City. Her interests include creating social media content and writing articles focused on fashion, pop culture, beauty and lifestyle.