18 Harry Potter Cocktails That Will Stupefy Your Muggle Friends

Wizarding World fanatics rejoice! These Harry Pottercocktails will transport you straight to The Three Broomsticks — and you don’t need an Ollivanders magic wand to pull them off. So, round up your gang of wizards and muggles, and prepare for some serious mixologist sorcery that'll go perfectly with a chocolate frog or a package of Bertie Bott's Every Flavour Beans because, to be honest, you can't go wrong with any of the treats from the Wizarding World.

Every September 1, Potterheads everywhere celebrate Back to Hogwarts day, and this year we're pulling out the stops with delicious pumpkin recipes, our best Hermione sweater, and (another) Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts rewatch. Keep scrolling for some delicious Harry Pottercocktail recipes that will teleport you to Hogsmeade, no Floo Powder required.

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Unicorn Blood Mocktail

Get the kids in on the Harry Potter magic with a mocktail! The best part of this drink is without a doubt the golden candy flakes — they really add the magical feel we're looking for on our journey to Hogwarts ;). (via Nerdy Mamma)

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The Howler

Mrs. Weasley's Howler (a magical letter that audibly reads itself to you, FYI) is one of the most memorable aspects of The Chamber of Secrets. And if Mrs. Weasley is one of your favorite characters then you should definitely make this fruity Harry Pottercocktail in her honor! (via The Starving Chef)

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Harry Potter Amortentia Potion Cocktail

One of our favorite potions in the Wizarding World is Amortentia (the love potion) for a few simple reasons: it's pink, it's glittery, and it's romantic. Need we say more? You won't want to wait until Valentine's Day to make your own considering it features homemade grenadine. Yes, please! (via Sugar and Soul)

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Harry Potter Boozy Frozen Butterbeer

We couldn't tell you how many times we wanted to try Butterbeer growing up (the scene in The Half-Blood Prince movie where all the characters spend time at The Three Broomsticks played a pivotal role in this craving). Now not only can we make it ourselves, but we can make it boozy. Say no more! The secret here is going to be a butterscotch schnapps + vanilla vodka combo. Wow. (via Feast and West)

Liquid Luck [Felix Felicis]

This might be the easiest drink you've ever made — it only requires three ingredients! Liquid Luck's most recognizable feature is its golden shimmer so don't be afraid to add a lot of edible glitter and by a lot, we mean a lot. (via In Literature)

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Unicorn Blood Harry Potter Cocktail

In the Harry Potter series, unicorn blood is silver and has the power to keep someone alive. Talk about a powerful drink! This cocktail uses Elderflower liqueur and Creme de Violette to get that gray finish. Feel free to add edible glitter for some extra sparkle. (via Gastronom)

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Butterbeer Cocktail

While nonalcoholic recipes for Butterbeer abound, this version has some kick, thanks to vanilla vodka, butterscotch schnapps and a glug of Guinness. A couple of these will have you dancing around like happy house elves. (via Cooking With Curls)

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Death Eater Negroni

This dark and moody version of the classic drink is the perfect thing to sip on during your next Harry Potter marathon, Halloween get together, or any regular night of the week. Gin, pomegranate juice, and Campari come together to create something magical. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Gillywater

In the Harry Potter universe, gillyweed is a plant that, when consumed, gives you gills and webbed fingers and toes. While we don't have gillyweed, you can swap it for cucumber, mint, and limes. We'd definitely consider this drink to be the most magical water ever! (via Whip & Wander)

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Firewhisky

In The Deathly Hallows, Harry gets his first taste of firewhisky, toasting the memory of fallen hero Alastor Moody. Serve this up neat when courage is needed, or mix it with a bit of ginger ale for a tasty but less fiery cocktail suitable for parties. (via Wizards and Whatnot)

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Harry Potter Pumpkin Juice

Pumpkin juice is a delicious mix of pumpkin, spices, and flavors like apricot and apple. A little bit of brown sugar and vanilla extract add some sweetness that balances the pinch of salt nicely. If you want some extra fruitiness, add some pear juice right into the mix! (via A Spicy Perspective)

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Peach and Raspberry Unicorn Blood Cocktail

The secret to this gorgeous-looking cocktail is the “shimmery liqueur” recipe, which provides the magical silvery swirls. But it’s the homemade raspberry puree that makes it taste so delicious. Disclaimer: No unicorns are harmed in the making of this cocktail. (via The Flavor Bender)

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Witches Brew Cocktail

Though not referenced by name in the series, this punch is an homage to the Hogwart’s spirit. It can be made ahead of time in big batches, freeing you up to mingle with the other witches… er, we mean guests. Made of orange juice, pomegranate juice and citrus vodka, it goes down *real* easy. (via Cooking With Curls)

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Polyjuice Potion

No Harry Potter party is complete without a big vat of Polyjuice punch. This recipe calls for lime sherbert, vodka and soda, and it bubbles up ominously when first mixed. Serve it immediately after pouring so that your guests can get the full effect. (via Cooking With Curls)

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Voldemort Cocktail

The You Know Who Cocktail is dark and dangerous, calling for two parts black sambuca, one part absinthe, 1/2 part gin, a shave of lemon zest and a dash of bitters. The sambuca gives it a pungent taste and the bitters and zest add a distinctly bitter flavor. Hmmmm, pungent and bitter, much like You Know Who. (via The Pegu Blog)

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The Hermione Granger Cocktail

In honor of one of the best female fictional characters of all time, make this delicious and fruity cocktail for your Back To Hogwarts party. It features raspberries, lemon, vodka, and sparkling water for a flavor experience worthy of this Gryffindor. (via Half Baked Harvest)

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Pumpkintini

Like Harry’s favorite pumpkin juice, this blend of pumpkin puree and coconut milk is refreshing and delicious. Unlike Harry’s sipper, though, this one is spiked with white rum and whiskey. Rim the glass with crushed graham cracker crumbles and it’s like drinking pumpkin pie. We think grown-up Harry would approve. (via Cooking With Curls)

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Polyjuice Potion Jelly Shots

These creepy gelatinous blobs are made with pineapple juice, pineapple vodka, ginger ale and lime sherbet, and are just as tasty if you leave out the alcohol so that you can serve them to kids. Remove the jellies from their molds before they’re completely set if you want to get the right ghastly bubbly-potion effect. (via Jelly Shot Test Kitchen)

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