10 Irresistible Candy and BOO(ze) Pairings for the Best Halloween Season

Gummy Bears

Spicy Margarita

Who doesn't like a little spice with their fruit? The citrus of the margarita brings out the chewy sweetness of the gummy bears while the spice gives this classic treat a wicked kick.

Fruit Lambic

Fruit lambics, with their fruity and slightly sour profile, enhance the natural fruitiness of gummy bears. The beer's effervescence adds a refreshing element to the pairing.

Moscato

Moscato's sweet and fruity characteristics align with the candy's fruitiness, creating a harmonious blend of sweetness and fruit flavors. If you're going for devilishly sweet on devilishly sweet, this is the pairing for you.

Ginger Vodka

Ginger-flavored vodka intensifies the gummy bears' fruit essence while adding a touch of the ginger's warmth to the candy's sweetness.

Butterfingers

Old Fashioned

The crunchy, peanut buttery goodness of Butterfingers pair beautifully with the nutty and caramel notes of an Old Fashioned cocktail. The cocktail's sophistication complements the candy's textures and flavors.

Brown Ale

Brown ale's malty and nutty characteristics harmonize with the peanut butter in Butterfinger. The beer's maltiness complements the candy's richness. Grown-up Bart Simpson would approve.

Tawny Port

Tawny port's nutty and caramelized flavors enhance the candy's peanut butter, creating a harmonious combination of sweet and nutty.

Whiskey

Whiskey intensifies the candy's peanut butter essence while adding warm undertones to the Butterfinger's sweetness.

Starbursts

Tropical Rum Punch

Starbursts come in tropical fruit flavors, making them a natural fit for a Tropical Rum Punch. The cocktail's fruity and rum-based character complements the candy's vibrant flavors.

Fruit Lambic

Fruit lambics, with their fruity and slightly sour profile, enhance the natural fruitiness of Starbursts. The beer's effervescence adds a refreshing element to the pairing.

Prosecco

Prosecco's effervescent freshness highlights the candy's fruitiness, creating a harmonious blend of brightness and tropical fruit flavors.

Spiced Rum

Spiced rum contrasts the candy's fruit essence with warmth while adding its own brand of sweetness. Ever wanted to celebrate Halloween at world's end? This pairing might just transport you there.

Sour Patch Kids

Lemon Drop Martini

Sour Patch Kids' tartness pairs naturally with a Lemon Drop Martini. The cocktail's sweet and citrusy profile complements the candy's zesty notes.

Berliner Weisse

Berliner Weisse's tart and sour character enhances the sourness of Sour Patch Kids. The beer's crispness provides a refreshing contrast to the candy.

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc's bright and citrusy notes harmonize with the candy's tartness, creating a zesty and refreshing pairing.

Tequilla

Tequillaintensifies the candy's tartness while adding a crisp undertone to the Sour Patch Kids' flavors. When you think about it, Sour Patch Kids are basically sweet and sour mix in a candy so this pairing is like a deconstructed margarita. It takes tricks and treats to a whole other level!

Reeses Pieces

Peanut Butter Martini

The rich, nutty flavors of Reese's Pieces are perfectly complemented by the creamy and nutty notes of a Peanut Butter Martini. The cocktail's smoothness enhances the candy's peanut butter goodness. ET, phone Drizzly

Stout

The roasted coffee and chocolate notes in a stout beer harmonize with the chocolate and peanut butter in Reese's Pieces. The beer's bitterness contrasts the candy's sweetness for a balanced pairing.

Tawny Port

Tawny port's warm, caramelized flavors enhance the candy's nuttiness. The wine's sweetness complements the chocolate, making for a delightful combination.

Peanut Butter Whiskey

The nutty and peanut-infused notes in peanut butter whiskey elevate the peanut butter essence of Reese's Pieces, creating a flavorful and indulgent pairing.

Candy Corn

Candy Corn Martini

A Candy Corn Martini captures the candy's iconic tri-colors and sweet flavor. This cocktail replicates the candy's essence with a mix of vanilla vodka, orange liqueur, and cream. Sure, this candy is a polarizing choice, but if you love it, you might as well go all-in!

Cream Ale

Cream ale's smooth and slightly sweet profile complements the sugary sweetness of candy corn but with some balancing bitterness.

Riesling

The fruity and slightly sweet characteristics of Riesling pair well with candy corn's sugary taste, creating a crisp combination.

Vanilla Vodka

Vanilla vodka highlights the candy's vanilla flavor while adding a smooth and sweet undertone to the candy corn's sweetness.

Snickers

Espresso Martini

Snickers' caramel, nougat, and peanuts match the espresso martini's rich character, resulting in a decadent combination. You'll need to stay up late for all those doorbell dingers anyway. Caffeine yes, please.

Brown Ale

Brown ale's malty and nutty flavors complement the caramel and peanuts in Snickers. It's like enjoying a candy bar in beer form.

Zinfandel

Zinfandel's fruity and slightly spicy notes create a pleasing contrast to Snickers' sweet and nutty profile, making for an intriguing pairing.

Caramel-Flavored Whiskey

Caramel-flavored whiskey enhances the candy's caramel notes, creating a harmonious blend of flavors reminiscent of a Snickers bar.

Kit Kat

White Russian

The crisp layers of Kit Kat bars go hand-in-hand with the creamy, coffee, and vanilla notes of a White Russian cocktail. The cocktail's richness enhances the candy's textures and sweetness.

Porter

Porter's chocolatey and coffee-like flavors complement the chocolate-covered layers of Kit Kat, creating a delicious blend of chocolate and malt.

Ruby Port

Ruby port's fruity and chocolatey undertones pair wonderfully with Kit Kat's chocolate layers. Bonus points if you dress like a vampire while enjoying this duo.

Coffee Liqueur

Coffee liqueur intensifies the coffee notes in Kit Kat, resulting in a delightful mocha-like experience. The liqueur's sweetness adds depth to the candy.

Red Vines

Cherry Sour

Red Vines' cherry flavor pairs naturally with a Cherry Sour cocktail. The cocktail's tartness complements the candy's sweet fruitiness.

Kettle Sour Ale

The sourness of a kettle sour ale contrasts and balances the sweetness of Red Vines, creating a delightful interplay of flavors. Plus, it's the perfect scary movie accompaniment.

Ros

Ros's fruity and floral notes harmonize with the cherry flavor of Red Vines. It's a refreshing and playful pairing.

Cherry Brandy

Cherry brandy intensifies the cherry essence of Red Vines while adding a touch of warmth and complexity to the candy's flavor.

Milky Ways

Caramel Apple Martini

The caramel and apple flavors in this cocktail mimic the elements of a Milky Way bar. It's like a Milkyway but with a sweet and fruity twist. Can't really get more Halloween-y than that!

Sweet Stout

Sweet stout's chocolate and caramel notes complement the candy's caramel and nougat layers. The beer's sweetness harmonizes with Milky Way's richness.

Tawny Port

Tawny port's nutty and caramelized flavors enhance the candy's caramel and nougat elements, creating a sumptuous pairing.

Bourbon

Bourbon intensifies the candy's caramel essence, adding a touch of warmth and cuts through the Milky Way's luscious flavors.