19 Creepy Halloween Milkshakes & Floats

Get ready to shake up your Halloween party with these spooktacular milkshakes and floats that are equal parts delicious and terrifying. These creative treats combine classic flavors with eerie presentations that’ll have both kids and adults screaming with delight.

From bubbling witch’s brews to blood-red concoctions, each drink is designed to add a frightfully fun twist to your Halloween celebrations while delivering seriously satisfying flavors.

Graveyard Dirt Chocolate Milkshake

This rich chocolate milkshake tastes like a decadent brownie in liquid form, topped with crushed Oreo “dirt” and gummy worms peeking through. The combination of deep chocolate ice cream and chocolate syrup creates an incredibly indulgent base that’s surprisingly easy to whip up in just minutes. Kids absolutely love the interactive element of finding gummy treats buried in their drink. Perfect for Halloween parties since you can make multiple servings quickly and customize the spooky toppings.

Boozy Root Beer Float

Don’t worry – this family-friendly version swaps vodka for vanilla ice cream floating in fizzy root beer, creating a creamy, nostalgic flavor combination. The “bloody” element comes from a drizzle of cherry or strawberry syrup that creates dramatic red streaks down the glass. It’s incredibly simple to assemble and offers that perfect balance of sweet vanilla and spicy root beer. The bubbling effect from the soda makes it look genuinely eerie while tasting like pure childhood nostalgia.

Witches Brew

Conjure up a spellbinding Halloween treat with this vibrant Witches Brew that’s perfect for trick-or-treaters and party guests alike. Blend orange soda with tangy pineapple juice and creamy orange sherbet to create a fizzy, citrusy base that captures autumn’s essence. The bright orange color mimics a magical potion, while gummy worms or spiders floating on top add delightfully spooky garnishes. Serve in tall glasses with festive straws for an enchanting beverage that balances sweet, tart, and bubbly flavors in every sip.

Spiderweb Candy Drink Topper

Classic vanilla ice cream meets creamy root beer or cola, topped with an intricate chocolate syrup spider web design that looks impressive but takes just seconds to create. The vanilla provides a mellow, comforting base that appeals to all ages, while the soda adds just enough fizz to keep things interesting. This float is incredibly beginner-friendly since there’s no blending required – just scoop, pour, and drizzle. The spider web design makes it look professionally crafted even though anyone can master the technique.

Pumpkin Spice Ghost Milkshake

Autumn spices blend beautifully with creamy vanilla ice cream to create a milkshake that tastes like liquid pumpkin pie with a lighter, more refreshing twist. The warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove create a cozy flavor that screams fall, while whipped cream “ghosts” add a playful Halloween touch. It’s surprisingly easy to make with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. The flavor is complex enough to impress adults but mild enough that kids will love it too.

Orange Creamsicle Float

Orange sherbet and vanilla ice cream combine with citrus soda to create a creamy, dreamy float reminiscent of childhood orange creamsicles. The contrasting colors create a naturally spooky orange-and-black effect, especially when you add chocolate cookie crumbles on top. It’s refreshing and light, making it perfect for parties where you’re serving heavy foods. The citrus notes cut through richness beautifully, and it’s one of the easiest floats to assemble quickly for a crowd.

Monster Slime Pistachio Milkshake

Pistachio ice cream creates this naturally green “slime” milkshake that tastes nutty, creamy, and surprisingly sophisticated. The unique flavor stands out from typical chocolate and vanilla options, offering something special for adventurous taste buds. Despite the scary appearance, it’s actually quite elegant and would work well for adult Halloween gatherings. The pistachio flavor is subtle enough not to overwhelm but distinctive enough to be memorable, and the green color requires no artificial additives.

Halloween Vampire Float

Red velvet cake flavor meets vanilla ice cream in this dramatic float that looks genuinely bloody but tastes like dessert heaven. It’s perfect for creating dramatic photos for social media while delivering serious flavor satisfaction. Despite the elaborate appearance, it comes together quickly with store-bought red velvet syrup or cake mix blended with milk and cream.

Haunted Caramel Apple Milkshake

Fresh apple flavor combines with rich caramel in this milkshake that tastes exactly like a caramel apple from the fair, but in creamy, sippable form. The apple provides natural sweetness and tartness that balances perfectly with the buttery caramel richness. It’s wonderfully seasonal and captures that perfect autumn flavor combination that everyone craves during Halloween season. You can easily adjust the caramel intensity to suit different taste preferences, making it customizable for the whole family.

Adult Zombie Brain Float

Pink strawberry ice cream and lemon-lime soda create a surprisingly refreshing combination, while raspberry syrup drizzles create the “brainy” appearance that looks genuinely gross but tastes amazing. The strawberry-citrus flavor profile is light and fruity, making it a great palate cleanser between heavier Halloween treats. It’s incredibly photogenic and sure to get reactions on social media. The float requires minimal preparation time and uses common ingredients that most people can easily find at their local grocery store.

Witches brew poison apple cocktail

Apple cider blends with vanilla ice cream and a touch of cinnamon to create a milkshake that tastes like liquid apple pie with a creamy twist. The cider provides natural apple flavor with just enough spice to feel seasonal and warming. It’s sophisticated enough for adult palates while remaining approachable for kids who love apple flavors. The milkshake captures all the cozy autumn vibes in a glass and can be easily spiked with rum or bourbon for adults who want an extra kick.

Blackberry Soda Floats

Dark blackberry ice cream or sorbet creates this mysterious purple-black float that looks foreboding but bursts with sweet-tart berry flavor. Ginger ale or lemon-lime soda adds effervescence that lightens the rich berry intensity while creating spooky bubbling effects. The blackberry flavor is bold and fruity, offering a sophisticated alternative to more common flavors. It’s naturally dramatic-looking without requiring any artificial coloring, and the berry-citrus combination is incredibly refreshing and not too sweet.

Swamp Water Cocktail Recipe

Lime sherbet and lemon-lime soda create this bright green float that looks like murky swamp water but tastes like a tropical vacation. The lime flavor is tart, refreshing, and incredibly cooling – perfect for warm Halloween nights or when you need something to cut through rich party foods. It’s naturally vibrant green without any artificial coloring, and the citrus combination is both energizing and palate-cleansing. The float practically assembles itself and offers a lighter alternative to heavier cream-based options.

Green Apple Ice Cream Soda Float

Mint chocolate chip ice cream meets lime soda to create this electric green float that bubbles and fizzes like a mad scientist’s experiment. The mint-chocolate combination provides cooling freshness with rich cocoa notes, while the lime soda adds tartness and effervescence. It’s visually striking and photographs beautifully, especially with some dry ice for extra laboratory effects. The flavor combination is more complex than it appears, offering layers of taste that keep you coming back for more sips.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Milkshake

Rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter create this indulgent milkshake that tastes like a liquid Reese’s cup, topped with chocolate cookie “dirt” and gummy worms for extra creep factor. The flavor combination is a classic crowd-pleaser that works for all ages and satisfies serious sweet tooth cravings. It’s protein-rich thanks to the peanut butter, making it slightly more substantial than other milkshake options. Despite the elaborate toppings, the base milkshake blends up quickly and can be prepared in large batches for parties.

Jack-o’-Lantern Orange Cream Float

Orange sherbet and cream soda unite to create this festive float that tastes exactly like an orange creamsicle but with Halloween flair. The orange-vanilla combination is nostalgic and comforting, evoking childhood memories while looking perfectly seasonal. It’s naturally orange-colored and incredibly photogenic, especially when served in clear glasses that show off the beautiful color gradient. The float is light and refreshing, making it an ideal choice when you want something festive but not too heavy or rich.

Halloween Party Witches Potion Shake

Grape ice cream or purple-tinted vanilla creates this mystical purple milkshake that looks magical but tastes like concentrated grape candy in the best possible way. The grape flavor is bold and fruity, offering something completely different from typical milkshake flavors. It’s incredibly fun to drink and photograph, especially when served with dry ice for bubbling cauldron effects. The purple color is naturally eye-catching and creates a perfect Halloween aesthetic without being too scary for younger kids.

Ghostly White Chocolate Floats

Creamy white chocolate ice cream floats in clear lemon-lime soda, creating an ethereal white appearance that’s both elegant and spooky. The white chocolate provides rich, buttery sweetness that’s more sophisticated than regular vanilla, while the citrus soda adds brightness and effervescence. It’s perfect for Halloween parties with a more upscale vibe, offering something special without being too unusual. The pale, ghostly appearance is naturally dramatic, and the flavor combination is surprisingly complex and satisfying for such a simple preparation.