We couldn’t resist sharing a Halloween cocktail this year — an easy, fun take on a classic: the Bloody Colada. It’s simple to prepare, looks spooky, and tastes great, making it perfect for Halloween gatherings.
Bloody Colada Recipe
This cocktail is fast to make and delivers both flavor and Halloween flair. Use a store-bought pina colada mix to keep things easy, or make your own if you prefer.
If you want more spooky drink ideas, try a Candy Corn Cocktail or explore other easy Halloween cocktails that free you up to enjoy the party or finish your costume.
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Are you hosting an elaborate Halloween party this year or planning a quieter night trick-or-treating with family? This cocktail fits both — festive for a crowd, and easy enough for a small gathering.
Bloody Colada Recipe
Ingredients
- Pina colada mix (store-bought or homemade)
- Ice
- White rum
- Light corn syrup (Karo)
- Red food coloring
We recommend using a ready-made pina colada mix to keep this cocktail quick and easy. The goal is a delicious Halloween drink that doesn’t keep you stuck at the bar while guests enjoy the party.
Equipment Needed
Blender — ideal for making smooth, frozen cocktails.
Margarita or hurricane glasses — the presentation looks great in a wide-rim glass, but any glass will work.
Fork or spoon — handy for drizzling the edible “blood” over the rim and surface of the drink.
Recipe Tips
This recipe scales easily — double, triple, or adjust servings as needed. We often make a batch of the edible blood in advance and store it in the fridge. It’s great for cocktails and for decorating cupcakes, cakes, or other treats.
More Halloween Ideas
Try other fun party drinks and snacks like Alien Brain Hemorrhage shots, Zombie Brain shots, Scooby Snack shots, Cemeter Mixer shots, Graham Cracker Owls, Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispies Treats, Crazy Eye Cookies, Crock Pot Pumpkin Spice Latte, and Chocolate Pretzel Owls for school events. Explore more Halloween and cocktail recipes for additional ideas.
Bloody Colada Recipe
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Ingredients
- 5 Ounce Pina Colada Mix
- 2 cups Ice
- 2 Ounce White Rum
- Light Corn Syrup
- Red Food Coloring
Instructions
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Prepare the pina colada in a blender following the mix instructions, adding white rum as desired.
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To create the “blood,” pour light corn syrup into a small dish and add a few drops of red food coloring. Stir until you reach the shade you want.
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Dip or rim the glass with the red corn syrup, pour in the blended pina colada, then use a spoon or fork to drizzle extra syrup over the top for a dramatic effect.
Kitchen Tools
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Blender
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Margarita Glasses
Nutrition
Calories from Fat 9
Recipe originally posted in 2015, updated October 2020.