Halloween Bloody Mimosas

Name: Halloween Bloody Mimosas
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 6 min
Ingredients: 1 tbsp corn syrup; 2 tbsp confectionary sugar; 10 drops red food dye coloring; 4 tbsp grenadine; 1 bottle of prosecco

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These Halloween Mimosas are going to be your new favorite spooky-themed cocktail! Ready in under 6 minutes, this edible fake blood rimmed cocktail is perfect for a Halloween brunch or party. All you need is 5 simple ingredients!

Halloween mimosa in a coupe glass with red dripping syrup on a dark backdrop

Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. I love the crisp air, the spooky thrill, all the delicious treats, and of course, the fun cocktails!

Some of my other favorite Halloween treats are my vegan vampire donuts, my spooky bark, and these delicious Halloween Chocolate Covered Strawberries.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

Great for hosting. There is nothing guests enjoy more than a fun and festive cocktail. If you love this cocktail, you'll also love serving my Drunk in the Graveyard Cocktail, my Tropical Candy Corn Cocktail and my Apple Cider Mule.
Simple. Making make at home cocktail couldn't get any easier. All you need is 5 ingredients and 3 minutes of actual work.
Impressive yet simple - One of my favorite things about "fancy" rimmed cocktails is how well put together they look while only taking minutes to prepare. If you rim the glasses and place them in the fridge ahead of time, you can throw just cocktail together in less an 1 minute! Easy hosting!

INGREDIENT NOTES

Ingredients for for Halloween Mimosa in individual bowls labeled on a marble backdrop

Prosecco or Champagne. The base of every mimosa is prosecco or champagne. Because this mimosa is already sweet due to the rim and grenadine, I recommend using a dryer prosecco or champagne, such as a brut.
Grenadine. A sweet syrup made from pomegranates, you can find grenadine at your local super market or likely in your liquor store.
Red Food Dye Coloring. Many food dyes are made from bugs, so if you are vegan or plant based, be sure your food dye is marked accordingly. I use the plant based food dye from Whole Foods, but there are a plethora of options on the market

STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

Start off by making the edible fake blood rim. In a microwavable, shallow bowl, mix together the red food dye coloring, the corn syrup and confectionary sugar.
Mix the ingredients together until they are combined. If all of confectionary sugar will not fully combine with the other ingredients, it is okay. The mixture will resemble a thick paste.
Microwave the mixture for 5 to 10 seconds, until it become looser. Think of liquid glue. If it is watery, simply wait 1 minute for it to thicken.
Dip the top of the champagne flute or coupe glass into the mixture. You may need to angle the bowl accordingly. Be sure the rim is thicker because it will not drip if it is too thin.
Place the glass upside down to allow the edible fake blood rim to drip slightly, then place it into the fridge for 3-5 minutes, allowing it to become stiff.
Remove the glass from the fridge and pour the prosecco or champagne until it is ¾ full.
Add in the grenadine and drink immediately.

Halloween Mimosa with edible fake blood rim on a silver tray with a black background

FAQs

How long does edible fake blood last?

Although you likely will not have much left over, the fake blood will last up to 2 weeks in a sealed container in the fridge. Allow it to warm up or gently microwave it before rimming a glass with it.

My edible fake blood is too drippy.

Allow it to sit for 1 to 3 minutes to allow it to become stiff. If it still does not stiffen, place it in the fridge.

What fruit can I add to my mimosa?

While this recipe does not have any added fruit, you can add pomegranate seeds, strawberries or blackberries.

Is grenadine the same as cherry juice?

No, it is not. Grenadine is made from pomegranates.

EXPERT TIPS

Allow your rimmed glasses to chill in the fridge for 3-5 minutes before making the cocktail. This corn syrup based rim will melt when warm, and chilling will allow it to harden in the fridge.
Do not place your cocktail near any red linen or near any white clothes. Due to the red food dye in the rim, it will cause staining.
Adjust rim drips. I allowed for my rim to drip slightly, to allow individuals to still be able to grab the glass from places other than the stem. If you want to have more of a dramatic effect, add a thicker coat of the edible fake blood when rimming the glass and allow it to stand upright for longer.

Halloween Mimosa on a silver tray with fake spiders

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If you make this recipe, please do not forget to leave me a review! Happy Halloween!