Vampire’s Kiss

Crafted for the sophisticated spirits of the night, the Vampire’s Kiss is a deadly transformation. A tropical concoction of white rum, pineapple, lime juice, and spicy simple syrup, topped with a red whine float for that bloody “I was just kissed by a vampire” vibe. It’s an easy-to-batch frozen cocktail that’s perfect for Halloween parties.

Watch Me Make a Vampire’s Kiss

How to Make a Vampire’s Kiss

1. Blend rum, lime juice, pineapple, jalapeño simple syrup (or regular), and ice in a blender until smooth.
2. Pour into a coupe or wine glass.
3. Top with red wine for a spooky “bleeding” effect.
4. Option to gently stir together for the colorful swirl.
5. Garnish with a dehydrated citrus slice.

Vampire’s Kiss Ingredients

White Rum

White rum is a subtle, crisp spirit that’s used as the backbone of most tropical cocktails like this one. Made from sugarcane, it’s neutral flavor pairs really well with fruit like pineapple!

Pineapple

You can usually find frozen pineapple chunks at the grocery store. Frozen mango would also work.

Jalapeño Simple Syrup

You can (and should) totally make your own simple syrup. Just add jalapeño slices while you simmer the sugar and water and there you go. You can also make this cocktail with a regular non-spicy simple syrup.

Red Wine

Use a mild, mellow red wine like a Grenache, Pinot Noir, or even a Malbec for your “bloody” red wine float.

Lime Juice

If it’s not fresh, we don’t want it!

Tips for Making the Best Vampire’s Kiss

• If you are batching this for a Halloween party and want to do some drink prep ahead of time, mix everything, except the ice, together in a pitcher and store in the fridge. When it’s time to serve, add the ingredients and the ice to a blender for your guests. Top each individual glass with the red wine float.
• Use a lighter red wine for the float. I recommend a Grenache or Pinot Noir.
• If you want the colorful swirl effect, gently swirl the red wine into the frozen pineapple cocktail so there are streaks of both colors going through the drink.
• It helps to use a good blender. I use my Beast Blender all the time for frozen cocktails and smoothies.