It’s that time of year again and the spooky season is upon us! So, it’s time to get your Halloween party prep in hand. With 2020 being an exception of a year, we understand small gatherings are your only option this year, but that should not put you off creating the best spooky spread you possibly can! Here are our favourite Halloween inspired recipes featuring V8 Juice.
Halloween V8 Cocktails
Bloody Nightmare Cocktail
This cocktail is what dreams are made from, with the perfect spicy kick to get your taste buds tingling. Devilishly delectable, spicy, and warming, this spooky cocktail is the ultimate fiery Halloween drink.
Serves: 1
Course: Cocktail
Prep/cook time: 5 Minutes
Difficulty: Intermediate
V8 product used: Original
Method
- Fill a tall glass with around 300ml of V8 Original juice over ice. Add 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire Sauce, 1/2 a teaspoon of cayenne powder, 1 teaspoon of your favourite chilli sauce, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice and a pinch of pepper and celery salt to taste.
- Stir well together. Carefully pour 50ml of the vodka to lay on top for decorative purposes (this action can be done poured over a spoon if easier). Cut the tops off the chillies to sit on the sides of glass, creating a horn effect.
- Stir the vodka in well before serving – if you’re feeling extra adventurous, stir the cocktail using one of the chillies for an additional kick.
Bloody Mary Mocktail
This refreshing Bloody Mary mocktail can be modified to be as spooky as you please. Add in extra Worchester sauce and Tabasco for that additional kick.
Serves: 3
Course: Cocktail
Prep/cook time: 5 Minutes
Difficulty: Easy
V8 product used: Original
Additional nutritional info: Alcohol-Free
Method
- Combine the vegetable juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce and hot chilli sauce in a small pitcher.
- Serve over ice & garnish with lemon slices.
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Warming Bull Shots
These warming bull shots will make your insides tingle! These savoury delights take just 5 minutes and 4 ingredients to rustle up and can be modified depending on your taste preferences.
Serves: 4
Course: Cocktail
Prep/cook time: 5 Minutes
V8 product used: Original
Additional nutritional info: Contains Alcohol
Method
- Heat the stock, V8 juice and chilli sauce in a saucepan over a medium heat and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in the vodka.
- Divide the mixture among 4 mugs or heat-proof glasses. Serve immediately.
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7-Ingredient Chili
This chunky chilli is a quick and effortless crowd-pleaser, packed full of veggies, and is perfect for your spooky spread this Halloween. Easily rustle this up with seven simple ingredients to impress your guests.
Serves: 6
Course: Main
Prep/cook time: 35 Minutes
Difficulty: Easy
V8 product used: Original
Additional nutritional info: 2 Of Your 5 A Day
Method
- Cook the minced turkey, onion, chili powder and cumin in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until the turkey is cooked through, stirring often.
- Add the vegetable juice, pepper and kidney beans to the saucepan and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
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