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The spookiest day of the year is here. Now it's time to wear scary costumes and party with your friends and family. Halloween is a holiday festival that is celebrated all over the world (mainly in Western countries) on October 31 every year. Its origin can be traced back to the ancient Celtic festival called Samhain. It is said that on this day, the souls of the dead make a visit to earth.
There are many traditions followed on Halloween, like disguising ourselves as fictional characters, going from door to door asking for trick or treat, partying, and carving pumpkins. Though it is not a common festival in India, it has recently gained huge popularity all over the country. We celebrate Halloween with spooky treats and drinks.
Cocktails are commonly enjoyed at this festival. You can find numerous innovative Halloween-themed recipes on the internet that are shared by bartenders, restaurants, and brands. But what about the non-drinkers? No worries; here are many interesting mocktail drinks that can become a part of your Halloween party.
If you have also organised a Halloween party this year, here are six mocktails you can add to your menu:
Hocus-Pocus Punch
This is a simple yet interesting mocktail that can become a part of your Halloween party. Hocus Pocus Punch is a festive drink that can be prepared in a large bowl for the whole crowd attending the party. The main ingredients of this beverage are apple cider vinegar, cranberry juice, ginger ale, and ice cubes. You can garnish it with orange slices, apples, and cherries.
Pumpkin Pie Mocktail
Pumpkin is the most popular food ingredient for Halloween and is enjoyed in a variety of ways, like cakes, soups, hot chocolate, and pasta. So, this time, let’s enjoy it as a drink. Made with coconut milk, pumpkin puree, butter, pumpkin pie spices, maple syrup, and whipped cream, this is not only delicious in taste but also looks pretty.
Caramel Apple Mocktail
If you have a little more time to prepare for your Halloween party, then make a caramel apple mocktail in advance for your non-drinking guests. Made with raw sugar, ginger beer, apple cider, and homemade caramel sauce, it is rich in taste. Top it up with a cinnamon stick to give the mocktail a festive look.
Bloody Temple
We usually go for red and creepy-themed foods and drinks for this festival, and the bloody temple cocktail perfectly fits into it. Made with cranberry juice, grenadine, lemon-lime soda, ginger ale, and ice, it is a crowd pleaser. You can also substitute cranberry juice with pomegranate if you prefer.
Purple People Eaters
This vibrant mocktail will surely attract everyone to the party. It has a sweet and fruity flavour with a monstrous appearance. It is prepared with grenadine, blue food colouring, and sparkling water (or lemonade). You can also garnish it with Halloween-based gummies (use eyeball gummies if possible) before serving.
Vampire Kiss Mocktail
This fusion drink is made with cherry and pomegranate juice along with the fizz of ginger ale. The vampire kiss is a perfect amalgamation of sweet and tangy flavour. It is perfect for both children and adults and can become an instant hit at all parties. You can also place a syringe in each glass, and that will allow guests to squeeze "blood" into their drinks.
