Vampire-inspired adult beverages

Chateau Du Vampire- Midnight Rendezvous

This haunted blend combines flavors of cocoa, dark fruit flavors and a hint of spiciness. It is primarily made up of Syrah, followed by Grenache, Cournoise and Mourvedre. This wine would hold up to a hearty meal such as braised lamb or a thick stew.

TrueBlood Pinot Noir

In typical Pinot Noir fashion, this version is fruity with noticeable flavors of blackberry and cherry. Trueblood Pinot Noir would pair well with a spicy dish or a creamy pasta dish like fettuccine alfredo.

Vampyre Vodka

Not a wine lover? No, problem. Dracula isn’t picky when it comes to booze. This blood red Vampyre Vodka will make the perfect ghoulish accent to any of your favorite cocktails. Our favorite? A Bloody Mary, naturally. Liquid architect Kim Haasarud created this martini just in case you are hanging out with more posh vampires.

Blood Berry Martini

Ingredients:

• 1-1/2 oz Vampyre Vodka, red
• 2 strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 oz blood orange juice
• 1/2 oz lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Half a strawberry, for garnish

Directions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the strawberries with the orange juice and sugar. Add the Vampyre Vodka.
2. Top with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a half strawberry.

Witches’ Brew

Last but certainly not least, for the college-aged vamps or those that simply like to watch football, we have Witches’ Brew. It is a golden ale with a smooth finish. It is presented like champagne so you can drink beer and still feel classy as image is everything to vampires. However with an alcohol content of 9.3%, it seems that this beer was created to knock you out before you become a mid-night snack. This would pair nicely with a burger, cooked rare.