Looking for a spooky sip that'll have your taste buds howling at the moon? Cheers to the Vampire Margarita! A fang-tastic twist on your classic cocktail. Perfect for Halloween or any night you're feeling a little batty. 🦇
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What makes this cocktail perfect for Halloween
With a deep, blood-red hue and a delicious bite, this drink is a fun way to sink your teeth into the season's festive flavors.
Whether you're hosting a haunted gathering or just craving a bewitching beverage, the Vampire Margarita is here to make your night extra thrilling (and deliciously chilled!).
Cheers to drinking in style, no garlic required!
What you'll need: ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- tequila - I recommend silver or reposado
- fresh limes
- grenadine
- simple syrup
- corn syrup
- red gel food coloring
- Ice cubes and blood ice cubes (ice cubes made with red food coloring)
- Don't forget the fun garnishes - lime wedge, blackberries, vampire teeth, etc.
Step-by-step guide: instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Start by making the ice cubes. Make a double-batch the day before.
- Whisk together the corn syrup with the food coloring. Spoon it onto a small plate. Invert the glass and coat the rim in vampire blood. Let the excess syrup drizzle down the side of the glass.
- Mix the drink in a cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes and shake HARD until the mixture is chilled.
- Fill each glass with the "blood" ice cubes. Strain the cocktail into the glass. Garnish - cheers!
Equipment to make vampire margaritas
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
Absolutely! A mocktail is easy to make. Eliminate the tequila and replace it with mix of club soda, sparkling water or lemon-lime soda.
Two things, actually, the red food coloring and grenadine.
Yes, use the sliding bar below and multiply the ingredients. Add everything to a large pitcher. Shake each glass with ice and serve!
Fang-tastic tips to make the ultimate spooky drink
The ingredients for your Vampire Margarita should be COLD. Shake that martini shaker hard for that frosty chill. Place your margarita glasses in the freezer beforehand to keep your drink cold longer.
- For an added layer of intrigue, add a splash of mescal to give the cocktail a smokey flavor... like a vampire stepping out of the shadows! 🧛
- Garnish like a pro by adding vampire teeth, lime wedges, blackberries, gymmy worms.
More recipes you'll love
If you're throwing a spook-tacular adult Halloween bash, nothing says "party" like a giant pitcher of Vampire Margaritas! Pair it with a bubbling cauldron of Witches Brew Cocktails, and you've got the ultimate potion pairing to keep your ghouls and goblins howling all night.
It's a hauntingly good time waiting to happen-just be sure to leave a few garlic cloves at the door, because things are about to get fang-tastically fun!
Still looking for more Halloween concoctions? Be sure to check out this post all about Halloween Cocktails and to fill the bellies of youR littles before trick or treating, visit Easy Halloween Party Food for Kids.
Cheers and Happy Halloween!
Vampire Margarita
Equipment
- cocktail shaker
- margarita glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila silver or reposado
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz grenadine for a deep red color
- ½ oz simple syrup optional, for sweetness
- Ice cubes
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- red gel food coloring
- blood ice cubes (ice cubes made with red food coloring)
- Lime wedge, blackberries, vampire teeth, etc. (optional garnishes)
Instructions
- It's best to make the ice cubes the day before. Mix 1 quart of water with several drops of red food coloring until the water turns red. Pour into ice cube trays and freeze until solid.
- Whisk together the corn syrup with 6-8 drops of the red food coloring. Spoon it onto a small plate. Invert your cocktail glass and generously coat the rim with the "vampire blood". Flip it over and allow the syrup to drip down the side of the glass. Set aside.
- Mix the drink in a cocktail shaker. Combine tequila, lime juice, grenadine, and simple syrup. Add ice cubes (regular ice cubes) and shake HARD until the mixture is chilled.
- Fill your glass with blood ice cubes. Strain the mixture into your prepared glass over the ice.
- Garnish: Add a lime wedge or a few blackberries or vampire fangs (teehee!) to the rim for a festive touch.
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