A Night of Halloween ‘Boos’
Your guide to the spookiest drinks around New York this Halloween 2018.
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October 26th, 2018 – Gabrielle Christensen
Ready your costume and grab your candy bag, because we are less than a week away from Halloween. Now, kid parties are adorable and pumpkin spice candles are magical, but can you really beat a good ole ‘creepy cocktail’? From the addition of dry ice to eyeballs these Halloween drinks are fun, festive, and guarantee an enjoyable Halloween night. So prepare to get your ‘boos’ on! HungerPass is happy to bring you the spookiest drinks around the city!
The Headless Horseman – Sleepy Hollow 119 E 15th St, New York, NY 10003
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Uh oh, double trouble! Not only is this NYC bar serving up some creative Halloween themed drinks, but the bar itself also happens to be decked out head to toe with Halloween décor. Furnished with medieval lanterns and stone walls, The Headless Horseman will put the spook in anyone’s Halloween night. The drink to get here is the foggy grey, Sleepy Hollow, made with blueberry vodka and lemonade.
Midnights – The Basic Witch 149 N 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249
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Located in Williamsburg, Midnights is the perfect spot for anyone looking to relax a little on Halloween. With a ‘killer’ back patio equipped with twinkle lights and greenery, this bar is sure to bring some charm to your night. However, the cocktail to watch out for here is their Basic Witch. Made with vanilla vodka, espresso, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this beautiful golden brown cocktail smells as good as it tastes!
Dutch Kills – The Bloody Knuckle 27-24 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101
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This Long Island City favorite is sure to be a win for your Halloween. Dutch Kills is known for its festive cocktails, attentive bartenders, and tasty finger sandwiches. And with its speakeasy vibe and dark wood paneling, it is the ideal place for a chill filled night. Be sure to try The Bloody Knuckle, a gin based drink made with Aperol and orange “knuckles”.
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila Bar – Big Apple Fall Cider
329 Lenox, New York, NY 10027
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Not in the mood for a traditional Halloween bar night? No problem! Head on over to Cantina Taqueria & Tequila Bar for some authentic Mexican food along with your themed drink. Favoring a more autumn-centric vibe, Cantina is serving up some devilishly delicious Fall Apple Cider. Made with Brooklyn Gin, NY Apple Cider, Honey, and Cinnamon, this drink will make you feel right at home while still being out for the Holiday. Be sure to use your HungerPass app for a 15% discount!
The Crown – Frankenstein 50 Bowery, New York, NY 10013
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If you are looking for a fancier Halloween night, there is no better place then the Crown. This rooftop bar and lounge offers a modern chic feel on the inside, and incredible city views on the outside. The ambience might not be so scary, but be careful with their extra potent Frankenstein; white rum, pineapple, Pernod, and basil. This mean, green, monster machine will be available October 26th – October 31st.
Beetle House – This is Halloween 308 E 6th St, New York, NY 10003
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What goes better with Halloween than Tim Burton? With memorabilia from Sweeney Todd to Beetlejuice, we know this Tim Burton themed bar is sure to put a spooky smile on your face. And not to pick favorites – but Beetle House is definitely the winner when it comes to the sheer amount of spooky drink specials they have. Be sure to check out their This is Halloween (Fireball, Pumpkin Liquor, Sour Apple, and Apple Cider), Coco Skellington (Rum, Gin, Crème De Coconut, Orange Blossom and a hint of Lime), and Bio Exorcism (Gin, Syrup, Lime, and Cucumber).
