Let’s be honest, nothing can scare us more than 2020. However, if you are determined to go out and celebrate the spooky season, here is a list of places offering great cocktails for all of you MonStars!
BLACK MARKET DEBUTS DEVIL WEARS NADA COCKTAIL -Downtown
Starting Monday, 26th through Halloween, sports fans and cocktail enthusiasts can enjoy a Devil Wears Nada ($13). Whether spooky visitors desire a trick-or-treat, this exclusive drink hits sweet and savory notes making it very easy drinking. Bar Manager Johnny McConnon wanted to put an elegant spin on the Negroni while also giving it a hint of hocus pocus. The Devil Wears Nada features Tullamore D.E.W. XO Caribbean Rum Cask, Campari a dash of Grenadine rimmed with a smoked citrus zest which is then garnished with two devilish peppadew peppers and a skull-shaped ice-cube. Tullamore D.E.W. finishes their whiskey in casks that previously held Caribbean rum which gives the cocktail an essence of fruit while maintaining the classic Tullamore D.E.W. character. Taste the cauldron bubble during their quarantined headquarters party on Halloween night!
BEAKER & GRAY BAR POP UP AT MILA – Wynwood
Save the date for this Halloween Takeover, enjoy a night of enchantment and mystery with Bartenders guests from Beaker and Gray as they mix while you mingle…. responsibly. The team will be featuring epic Halloween- themed libations to kick of the Holiday weekend. Expect to drink some deliciousness like the Lychee Heyeball, Boo Carré, Pumpkin Painkiller, and Le Zombie, featuring some pretty dope brands like Pierre Ferrard, Plantation, Citadelle, and Redemption Whiskey. Wednesday 28th, from 6- 8 pm.
The Mexican Restaurant located in South Beach will be hosting a Skull and T-Shirt Live Painting by Alvin Hernandez @alvinsurreal , get a complimentary T-shirt, or participate in a raffle to win a painted Skull. Tickets are given with the purchase of Tequila Herradura o El Jimador Cocktails or Herradura Tequila Flight. Saturday, Oct 31, 6-8 pm
THE BUTCHER SHOP – Wynwood
Join The Butcher shop for an early celebration this Friday, October 30th with complimentary Tequila Herradura Ultra Shots 6-8p.
1-800-LUCKY BRINGS YOU THE PUMPKIN PATCH TO YOUR GLASS- Wynwwod
In the spirit of the fall season, 1-800-Lucky is serving a childhood pastime in a cocktail. Bar Manager, Paige Diehl is highlighting everyone’s favorite autumn ingredient – pumpkin. The ‘Pumpkin Patch’ ($13) s inspired by pumpkin picking during her youth and her favorite coffee drink, the iconic PSL (pumpkin spice latte). It’s crafted with Crop Harvest Pumpkin Vodka, the Spanish liquor Licor 43, and a touch of coconut cream. Diehl describes it as the perfect spiked treat for the holiday. The exclusive cocktail will be available on Tuesday, Oct. 27th through November 1st.
BARSECCO – Brickell
Come for Brunch and stay for an elevated experience, Barsecco will feature specialty Cincoro Tequila cocktails, piñata, and more! The first 23 customers will get a special surprise. November 1st. from 2-4 pm
CELEBRATE DIA DE LOS MUERTOS AT CHOTTOMATTE – South beach
La Adelita Tequila is having featured cocktails exclusively at Chottomatte for Dia de los Muertos celebration on 10/31 from 7-11 pm!
SHISO BOO-ZY: La Adelita Tequila Blanco, pineapple juice, yuzu lemon, agave, egg white, basil leaves, shiso leaves, edible flower, wasabi.
VAMPIRE RITUAL: La Adelita Tequila Reposado, Chambord Liqueur, passion fruit puree, lime juice, agave, filthy cherries, lemon twist.
SOUL TAKER: La Adelita Tequila Reposado, Del Maguey Mezcal Vida, demerara syrup, orange bitters, Angostura bitters, orange peel.
LONA COCINA & TEQUILERIA SPECIAL-Ft.Lauderdale
From October 30th to November 1st you can enjoy the “Black Magic Margarita” All day.
PS: Don’t miss the Day of the Dead Sunday Brunch on 11/01
Black Magic Margarita
CANTINA MEXICAN GRILL – RITZ CARLTON KEY BISCAYNE
KCULL- Calle 8
Embrace Mexican Tradition by learning the meaning of this celebration by visiting KCull in Calle 8 where they’ll be hosting a Dia de Los Muertos conference lead by Paloma Dueñas. Receive complimentary welcoming cocktails by El Jimador and stay to see the Altar. There’ll be Skull and T-Shirt Live Painting. Get a complimentary T-shirt or participate in a raffle to win a painted Skull. Sunday Nov 1, 4-6pm.
Mahalloween is back with Zombie Night!
Celebrate Halloween the Esotico way with an exotic twist of handcrafted cocktails, endless tropical chow, and live music from Joe’s Coconut Trio.
OCTOBER 31st. 8 PM
BAR RITA – Ft. Lauderdale
Bar Rita is hosting a Pumpkin Carving Contest and Halloween celebration with a photobooth and specials cocktails by Volcan Tequila. The best pumpkin will win a incredible prize. Wednesday, October 28th, from 7- 9 pm
LA CERVERCERIA DEL BARRIO – South Beach
Take a roll at Miami’s favorite entertaining destination and stay to celebrate with exquisite cocktails with Cincoro Tequila Cocktails, Piñata, and Surprises!
Vampire-rita by Thirsty Bartenders
STAY HOME AND HAVE FUN MIXING YOUR OWN COCKTAILS
If you rather stay home and watch some horror movies while eating candy and drinking some boozy potions, take a look at Thirsty Bartenders and Cocktail Uncultured for some inspiration!
VAMPIRE – RITA
INGREDIENTS
1 ounce tequila blanco
½ ounce triple sec
1 ½ ounce coconut cream
1 ounce lime juice
½ ounce blackberry schnapps
4 blackberries
STEPS
* Rim your glass with black salt
* In your serving glass muddle 1 blackberry and add blackberry schnapps.
* Fill serving glass with crushed ice.
* In a cocktail shaker add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and coconut cream.
* Shake for 10-15 seconds
* Strain mixture down the side of your serving glass to create the creepy effect.
* Garnish with blackberries!
Reservations are required in some of these venues to continue their commitment of exceeding expectations pertaining to COVID-19 guidelines and providing a safe & healthy dining environment.⠀