clock menu more-arrow no yes mobile
More Maps

Where to Dine With Gorgeous Views of the Chicago Skyline and Lake Michigan

The Top Spanish Restaurants in Chicago

Outstanding Spots To Sip Tea in Chicago

More in Chicago See more maps
The Taffy Appletini at Hot Chocolate
The Taffy Appletini at Hot Chocolate
Courtesy of Hot Chocolate

11 Candy-Themed Cocktails to Sip on This Halloween Weekend

by Ashley Gilday
View as Map
The Taffy Appletini at Hot Chocolate
| Courtesy of Hot Chocolate
by Ashley Gilday

Halloween trick-or-treating isn't just for kids. Candy-loving adults are in luck, as Chicago restaurants and bars are mixing up plenty of adult beverages to satisfy that insatiable sweet tooth. Odds are you'll end the evening with more than just a sugar buzz after trying these 11. Presented in alphabetical order.

Read More
Eater maps are curated by editors and aim to reflect a diversity of neighborhoods, cuisines, and prices. Learn more about our editorial process. If you buy something or book a reservation from an Eater link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics policy.

25 Degrees

Copy Link

Who doesn’t love a good old-fashioned milkshake? A spiked milkshake is even better. The "Salty Carmel Milkshake" [$12] is a decadent way to celebrate Halloween this season. A combination of ice cream, Maker’s Mark and butterscotch, topped with whipped cream and Hawaiian red sea salt.

736 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 943-9700
(312) 943-9700
Courtesy of 25 Degrees

Also featured in:

312 Chicago

Copy Link

Inspired by a popular Halloween treat, the "Mounds Over Apennine" [$13] is a mix of Lustau Oloroso Sherry, Kalani Coconut Liqueur, Bicerin chocolate liqueur and Amaro Averna.

171 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 696-2420
(312) 696-2420
Courtesy of 312

Bernard's Bar

Copy Link

Keep on sucking while sipping on a grown up version of one of America’s favorite candies, Jolly Rancher. The "Sweet Sucker Sipper" [$14] is a fruity vodka cocktail with Lillet Rouge, Luxardo cherry liquor, lemon cordial and a giant ice cube infused with a Jolly Rancher.

11 E Walton St, Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 646-1300
(312) 646-1300
Courtesy of Bernard's Bar

C Chicago

Copy Link

With the weather cooling down, it’s the perfect time for a hot beverage. Sommelier Tony Rossi created the "Apple Cannon" [$14], a take on a Calydos Toddy using local brandy from Rhine Hall Distillery, cider from Jonamac Apple Orchard and a house made apple syrup.

20 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 280-8882
(312) 280-8882
Courtesy of C Chicago

Also featured in:

Chop Shop

Copy Link

Have an insatiable pumpkin craving? Chop Shop’s "Pumpkin Head Cocktail" [$12] will do the trick. Tito's vanilla vodka, Frangelico, house made fall syrup, Bols pumpkin, Bols yogurt, pumpkin purée, and a flamed marshmallow garnish. Marshmallows are basically candy, right?

2033 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 537-4440
(773) 537-4440
Dan De Los Monteros

Also featured in:

Elixir Lounge

Copy Link

Get your trick and treat fix with Elixir’s cotton candy martini [$10] Ford's London Dry Gin, St. George Raspberry, lemon and vanilla poured over cotton candy.

1509 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 975-9244
(773) 975-9244
Courtesy of Elixir Lounge

Also featured in:

M Lounge

Copy Link

Piggy backing on the drunken gummy bear trend, The Yummy Bear Martini [$10] is a great way to get an intoxicating sugar fix. Pear vodka swirled with Peach Schnapps, peach and a touch of grenadine and you guessed it, gummy bears, make up this sweet concoction.

1520 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 447-0201
(312) 447-0201
Courtesy of M Lounge

Also featured in:

Marion Street Cheese Market

Copy Link

Oak Park is getting in on the candied cocktail action with their "Pumpkin Thriller Cocktail" [$9] featuring a house-made candied pepita garnish, pumpkin puree, honey, fresh squeezed lemon juice, and Angostura 7 yr. aged rum, topped with a splash of ginger beer. It’s fall in a glass.

100 S Marion St, Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 725-7200
(708) 725-7200
Courtesy of Marion Street Market

Mindy's Hot Chocolate

Copy Link

Remember those giant taffy apples you used to eat as a kid? Now you can drink a boozy version created by Mindy Segal’s head bartender, Mike Anthony. His "Taffy Appletini" [$10] combines Michter’s Sour Mash Whiskey with Mindy’s caramel sauce, house made apple shrub and hazelnut liqueur.

1747 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 489-1747
(773) 489-1747
Courtesy of Hot Chocolate

Also featured in:

State and Lake Chicago Tavern

Copy Link

This weekend, sample a craft beer flight featuring “witches brews” from Revolution, paired with your favorite “goblin treats” for $10. Pairing #1 Cross of Gold Golden Ale and Butterfinger, Pairing #2 Coup D’Etat Saison and Starburst, Pairing #3 Double Fist Pale Ale with Hot Tamales, Pairing #4 Eugene Porter with Hershey’s Milk Chocolate.

201 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601
312-239-9400
312-239-9400
Courtesy of State and Lake

Yard House

Copy Link

Shaken or stirred, the Sweet Tart Martini [$10.95] at New City’s Yard House will transport you right back to your youth, and possibly leave you with that same blue tongue. Svedka raspberry vodka, Dekuyper sour apple pucker & island punch and citrus agave.

1500 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 951-7317
(312) 951-7317
Courtesy of Yard House

More in Maps

© 2023 Vox Media, Inc. All rights reserved.
Link copied to the clipboard.

25 Degrees

736 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654

Who doesn’t love a good old-fashioned milkshake? A spiked milkshake is even better. The "Salty Carmel Milkshake" [$12] is a decadent way to celebrate Halloween this season. A combination of ice cream, Maker’s Mark and butterscotch, topped with whipped cream and Hawaiian red sea salt.

736 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 943-9700
(312) 943-9700
Courtesy of 25 Degrees

312 Chicago

171 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601

Inspired by a popular Halloween treat, the "Mounds Over Apennine" [$13] is a mix of Lustau Oloroso Sherry, Kalani Coconut Liqueur, Bicerin chocolate liqueur and Amaro Averna.

171 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 696-2420
(312) 696-2420
Courtesy of 312

Bernard's Bar

11 E Walton St, Chicago, IL 60611

Keep on sucking while sipping on a grown up version of one of America’s favorite candies, Jolly Rancher. The "Sweet Sucker Sipper" [$14] is a fruity vodka cocktail with Lillet Rouge, Luxardo cherry liquor, lemon cordial and a giant ice cube infused with a Jolly Rancher.

11 E Walton St, Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 646-1300
(312) 646-1300
Courtesy of Bernard's Bar

C Chicago

20 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654

With the weather cooling down, it’s the perfect time for a hot beverage. Sommelier Tony Rossi created the "Apple Cannon" [$14], a take on a Calydos Toddy using local brandy from Rhine Hall Distillery, cider from Jonamac Apple Orchard and a house made apple syrup.

20 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 280-8882
(312) 280-8882
Courtesy of C Chicago

Chop Shop

2033 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Have an insatiable pumpkin craving? Chop Shop’s "Pumpkin Head Cocktail" [$12] will do the trick. Tito's vanilla vodka, Frangelico, house made fall syrup, Bols pumpkin, Bols yogurt, pumpkin purée, and a flamed marshmallow garnish. Marshmallows are basically candy, right?

2033 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 537-4440
(773) 537-4440
Dan De Los Monteros

Elixir Lounge

1509 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Get your trick and treat fix with Elixir’s cotton candy martini [$10] Ford's London Dry Gin, St. George Raspberry, lemon and vanilla poured over cotton candy.

1509 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 975-9244
(773) 975-9244
Courtesy of Elixir Lounge

M Lounge

1520 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

Piggy backing on the drunken gummy bear trend, The Yummy Bear Martini [$10] is a great way to get an intoxicating sugar fix. Pear vodka swirled with Peach Schnapps, peach and a touch of grenadine and you guessed it, gummy bears, make up this sweet concoction.

1520 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 447-0201
(312) 447-0201
Courtesy of M Lounge

Marion Street Cheese Market

100 S Marion St, Oak Park, IL 60302

Oak Park is getting in on the candied cocktail action with their "Pumpkin Thriller Cocktail" [$9] featuring a house-made candied pepita garnish, pumpkin puree, honey, fresh squeezed lemon juice, and Angostura 7 yr. aged rum, topped with a splash of ginger beer. It’s fall in a glass.

100 S Marion St, Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 725-7200
(708) 725-7200
Courtesy of Marion Street Market

Mindy's Hot Chocolate

1747 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Remember those giant taffy apples you used to eat as a kid? Now you can drink a boozy version created by Mindy Segal’s head bartender, Mike Anthony. His "Taffy Appletini" [$10] combines Michter’s Sour Mash Whiskey with Mindy’s caramel sauce, house made apple shrub and hazelnut liqueur.

1747 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 489-1747
(773) 489-1747
Courtesy of Hot Chocolate

State and Lake Chicago Tavern

201 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601

This weekend, sample a craft beer flight featuring “witches brews” from Revolution, paired with your favorite “goblin treats” for $10. Pairing #1 Cross of Gold Golden Ale and Butterfinger, Pairing #2 Coup D’Etat Saison and Starburst, Pairing #3 Double Fist Pale Ale with Hot Tamales, Pairing #4 Eugene Porter with Hershey’s Milk Chocolate.

201 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601
312-239-9400
312-239-9400
Courtesy of State and Lake

Yard House

1500 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60610

Shaken or stirred, the Sweet Tart Martini [$10.95] at New City’s Yard House will transport you right back to your youth, and possibly leave you with that same blue tongue. Svedka raspberry vodka, Dekuyper sour apple pucker & island punch and citrus agave.

1500 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 951-7317
(312) 951-7317
Courtesy of Yard House

Related Maps