Hocus Pocus Mocktail Recipe
Conjure up spooky fun with this Hocus Pocus drink recipe featuring a creepy chocolate drip rim, candy eyes, and fruity flavors for Halloween.
Create this simply creepy Halloween punch for your next party or event! The black chocolate rim takes this Hocus Pocus cocktail to the next level.
This recipe is so fun to include in any of your Halloween shenanigans this year! The festively creepy cups are easy to create ahead of time and make a great conversation piece.
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We are super excited for the release of the new Hocus Pocus movie this year! To celebrate, I have created all sorts of nostalgic treats; like these Sanderson sister rice krispies, Hocus Pocus punch, spellbook brownies, Jinx the cat cookies, zombie Billy chocolate dipped pretzels, and a whole Hocus Pocus dessert board.
A Hocus Pocus Refresher
The Sanderson sisters are the main characters of the 1993 film, Hocus Pocus. They run amuck with their evil spellbook and henchmen Billy Butcherson while hunting children and turning one into Binx, an immortal black cat.
This melted chocolate drip idea could be used with any kind of punch or drink recipe. I would love to see it paired with a green sour apple drink too!
This Halloween monster mocktail and these Slytherin shots would make great additions to your party menu too!
This Hocus Pocus drink recipe is super easy to make for parties and events! The cocktail can be made non-alcoholic by simply omitting the vodka.
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How to Make This Hocus Pocus Cocktail
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Ingredients
- Black candy melts – Melted candy creates the dramatic dripping black rim that gives these glasses their spooky, witchy look.
- Mini candy eyes – These edible eyes transform each drink into a creepy Halloween masterpiece.
- Tall cocktail glasses – Tall glasses provide plenty of room to showcase the fun chocolate drips and colorful drink. Mine are from Homesense.
- Sunrype Fruit Plus Mango & Carrot Juice (or orange punch of choice) – This fruity base adds bright flavor and a vibrant Halloween-inspired color.
- Vodka (optional) – Add vodka for an easy adult Halloween cocktail, or leave it out for a family-friendly mocktail.
- Ice – Keeps the drink perfectly chilled while making it extra refreshing. I found our fun ice cube tray at Dollarama.
This recipe makes 4 servings and can be doubled or halved depending on the number of guests that you are serving.
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, melt the chocolate wafers in the microwave at 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely smooth.
Alternately, you can also use this new Wilton Chocolate Melting Pot that keeps the chocolate melted at the perfect temperature!
2. Use a small spoon or lollipop stick to add drops of chocolate to the rim of the cup, creating drips coming down from the rim of the glass.
Tip: Add a drop of chocolate to the side of the cup and then carefully “pull” it up towards the rim creating a drip effect. Use small amounts of chocolate to start.
3. Add candy eyes to a few of the drips around the glass.
Tip: Don’t do this too soon or the weight of the candy will cause the chocolate to smear down the side of the glass. Add a drop of melted chocolate to the back of the candy to “glue” it to the chocolate drip if needed.
4. Allow the chocolate to harden for about 30 minutes before mixing the cocktail.
5. Mix 1 oz vodka, 1 cup juice, and ice into each spooky glass.
This Hocus Pocus cocktail would be great with white rum as well. Simply omit the alcohol for a kid-friendly Hocus Pocus drink.
The drippy black chocolate rim really takes this cocktail over the top doesn’t it?! You could totally prepare these glasses the night before your event.
Just make sure that you have created one for each of your guests and you are good to go! You could even have several different Halloween cocktails ready to mix into the glasses.
What to Serve with a Halloween Cocktail?
- We love a good giant charcuterie board for any of our parties.
- These pizza dough breadsticks are another appy that is always a hit!
- This spinach dip is one of my favorites for Halloween parties and events.
- Take your party to a whole new level with this delicious shrimp ceviche recipe!
This fun Hocus Pocus drink recipe is perfect for satisfying a thirst and pairs amazingly with a small scoop of ice cream. It would be great for Halloween movie night with the kids!
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My Kitchen Essentials for Cocktails
- I love using these mixing pitchers for all of my drinks.
- These silicone spatulas are perfect for mixing and stirring cocktails.
- This Henckel knife is my favorite for slicing and dicing in the kitchen.
- This cocktail muddler is perfect for muddling the lime and mint in mojitos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this Hocus Pocus drink without alcohol?
Absolutely! Simply leave out the vodka and use your favorite fruit juice or orange punch for a delicious kid-friendly Halloween mocktail that’s perfect for parties and movie nights.
Can I prepare the chocolate-rimmed glasses ahead of time?
Yes! The chocolate decorations can be made a day in advance. Once the chocolate has completely hardened, store the glasses at room temperature until you’re ready to serve your drinks.
What other juices work well in this Halloween mocktail?
Orange punch, tropical fruit punch, mango juice, pineapple juice, apple cider, or green sour apple drinks all pair wonderfully with the spooky chocolate rim and create fun Halloween color combinations.
How do I keep the chocolate from running down the glass?
Use small amounts of melted candy melts to create each drip and allow the chocolate to cool slightly before adding candy eyes. Let the glasses sit until the chocolate is completely hardened before filling them with ice and juice.
What can I serve with this Hocus Pocus mocktail?
This festive drink pairs perfectly with Halloween appetizers, charcuterie boards, spooky desserts, pizza, popcorn, and candy for Halloween parties, classroom celebrations, or a fun Hocus Pocus movie marathon.
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Hocus Pocus Drink Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 oz black candy melts
- Mini candy eyes
- Tall cocktail glasses
- 4 cups Sunrype Fruit Plus Mango & Carrot juice or orange punch of choice
- 4 oz Vodka optional
- Ice
Instructions
- In a small bowl, melt the chocolate wafers in the microwave at 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely smooth.
- Use a small spoon or lollipop stick to add drops of chocolate to the rim of the cup, creating drips coming down from the rim of the glass.
- Add candy eyes to a few of the drips around the glass.
- Allow the chocolate to harden for about 30 minutes before mixing the cocktail.
- Mix 1 oz vodka, 1 cup juice, and ice into each spooky glass.
Notes
- Instead of the microwave, you can also use this new Wilton Chocolate Melting Pot that keeps the chocolate melted at the perfect temperature!
- Add a drop of chocolate to the side of the cup and then carefully “pull” it up towards the rim creating a drip effect. Use small amounts of chocolate to start.
- Don’t add the candy eyes too soon or the weight will cause the chocolate to smear down the side of the glass. Add a drop of melted chocolate to the back of the candy to “glue” it to the chocolate drip if needed.
