Halloween Monster Mocktails
Looking for a kid-friendly Halloween drink that’s both spooky and fun? These Monster Mocktails are a creative twist on the classic Shirley Temple. Perfect for Halloween parties, they’re easy to make and let kids get hands-on by injecting the “monster’s blood” (grenadine) into their own drinks. With just a few simple ingredients, you can turn an ordinary mocktail into something memorable for your little monsters.
How to Make Halloween Monster Mocktails
One of the best parts about this Halloween Shirley Temple is the presentation. The black-rimmed glasses, candy eyes, and grenadine-filled syringes create a spooky visual effect that will be a hit with kids. Start by coating the rims of your glasses with vanilla frosting and black sanding sugar. This gives the drink a festive and eerie look, perfect for a Halloween celebration.
Next, attach candy eyes to the front of each glass using a dab of frosting. It’s a simple trick that makes the glasses look like they have a personality of their own!
Fill each glass with Sprite or any lemon-lime soda of your choice. The real fun begins when the kids use syringes filled with red grenadine to inject “monster blood” into the drink. The grenadine adds a sweet flavor and a spooky red swirl as it mixes with the soda. This interactive element makes it not just a drink but an activity for your Halloween party.
Tips for Success:
- Get Creative: While the classic Shirley Temple uses grenadine, you can substitute with cherry syrup or even strawberry puree for a thicker, more dramatic effect.
- Perfect for Halloween Parties: The syringes can be found in most party supply stores, especially around Halloween. They’re a fun way to get the kids involved, and the visual effect is a definite crowd-pleaser.
- Interactive Fun: These mocktails double as an activity, making them perfect for keeping kids entertained during Halloween gatherings.
Whether you’re throwing a Halloween bash or just want a fun treat for your kids, these Monster Mocktails are sure to impress. With just a few ingredients and a little creativity, you can transform a classic Shirley Temple into a spooky, interactive drink that’s as fun to make as it is to enjoy!
If you want to try a fun Halloween-themed adult drink, check out these: Halloween Syringe Jello Shots!
Halloween Monster Mocktail
Make Halloween extra fun with these spooky Monster Mocktails! A kid-friendly twist on the classic Shirley Temple, this easy recipe features black-rimmed glasses, candy eyes, and grenadine-filled syringes for a festive Halloween drink.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup of Vanilla Frosting
- ¼ cup of Black Sanding Sugar
- (6) Candy Eyes
- Sprite
- ¾ cup of Rose’s Grenadine
- Red Food Coloring
Instructions
- Start by dipping the rim of your champagne glasses in vanilla icing.
- Cover the icing in black sanding sugar. Place a small amount of icing on the back of two candy eyes and place the eyes on the front of your glass.
- Fill each glass ¾ of the way with Sprite.
- Mix together your grenadine and food coloring, liquid food coloring is best. Mix well and fill each syringe a ¼ of the way. Wipe the outside of each syringe off well with a paper towel and place inside each glass.
- Have the kiddos empty the syringes into the glasses. Sip and enjoy. This is such a fun Halloween Mocktail for the kiddos!
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This Halloween Shirley Temple variation is the perfect addition to any festive gathering, and it’s a great way to get kids excited about both the holiday and their drinks!