Scary Good Cocktails for the Spooky Season
Every year it seems to happen overnight: cool breezes replace summer heat, night falls earlier, and pumpkins suddenly take over the grocery store. Autumn’s here—and with it, the reminder that Halloween is just around the corner. It’s the perfect time to get into the haunting spirit with some spooky cocktails.
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What makes a Drink Spooky?
There are no strict rules. All cocktails are meant to be fun, but the spooky ones really lean into it. They can be dressed up like a witch’s cauldron, an evil potion, or simply take on a name with a sinister twist. At the end of the day, it’s about imagination and atmosphere.
Spooky Cocktails, the Book
Clair McLafferty’s new book, Spooky Cocktails: 100+ Spirited & Wickedly Delicious Drinks, is a perfect seasonal guide. It’s packed with recipes that balance history and creativity: classics like the Monkey Gland and Satan’s Whiskers, modern creations like the Chupacabra and Ursula, and tiki favorites like the Zombie and Fog Cutter.
What I especially love is how McLafferty offers variations on many recipe—encouraging readers to play, experiment, and make the drinks their own. This book is full of inspiration for your next costume party.
Get the book: Spooky Cocktails: 100+ Spirited & Wickedly Delicious Drinks →
https://www.amazon.com/Spooky-Cocktails-Spirited-Wickedly-Delicious/dp/1400348447
Cheers, and happy spooky season!
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