Spooky sips and sweet treats for Halloween

Halloween excitement is upon us, and with the upcoming weekend of parties comes seasonal specials and limited editions.

The frightfully fun treats are perfect for adding a sweet twist to your Halloween festivities, whether you’re sharing them at parties, handing them out to trick-or-treaters, or indulging in a spooky snack yourself.

Make this Halloween a memorable one with REESE’S irresistible blend of peanut butter and chocolate, all dressed up for the occasion.

For the adults: try the Chocolate Orange Espresso Martini, perfect for the autumn and spooky season. The Chocolate Orange Espresso Martini (14% ABV) uses BrewDog Distilling’s Abstrakt vodka—a super smooth and pure vodka—paired with rich Arabica coffee and an added twist of orange liqueur, giving a fruity touch to one of the UK’s favourite drinks. RRP: £3.90 on Brewdog.com or in 460 Sainsbury’s stores across the UK.

Project 173 has created a delicious pumpkin spice rum, ideal for a warming winter drink. They offer a wide variety of flavoured rums suited to any taste—a rich, spiced twist on a classic that’s bound to impress at any autumn gathering. Perfect for when the day winds down, and you’re ready to trade your latte for something a little stronger.

Pumpkin Spice Espresso Cocktail Recipe

• 60ml Project 173 Pumpkin Spice Rum
• 30ml Coffee Liqueur
• 30ml Espresso
• 15ml Agave Syrup

Add ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake well. Double strain into a chilled glass.

Project 173 Pumpkin Spice Rum Tasting Notes (RRP £19.95; 50cl)

• Nose: Warming cinnamon rolls, apple pie, nutmeg, raw honey, a hint of cooked pineapple.
• Palate: Gingerbread and pepper cookies, cola cubes, zesty orange, brown sugar.
• Finish: Notes of clove, cinnamon, and treacle linger.
• Overall: Instantly recognisable as pumpkin spice, with a warm rum base carrying it deliciously.

Project 173 Chocolate Rum (£19.95; 50cl – Available from Master of Malt)