Ingredients
- Pineapple juice (for yellow layer)
- Orange soda, mango juice, or Gatorade (for orange layer)
- Whipped cream or marshmallow fluff (for white topping)
- Candy corn vodka (homemade with candy corn and vodka)
- Triple sec, vanilla liqueur, lemon juice, or cream (for cocktails)
- Optional: coconut milk, fresh orange juice, mango nectar (for healthy versions)
- Ice cubes with candy corn inside (optional for presentation)
- Orange sanding sugar or crushed candy corn (for rimming)
Instructions
- Start with the mocktail: Pour pineapple juice into the bottom of a tall clear glass.
- Slowly pour orange soda over the back of a spoon to float on top of the juice without mixing.
- Add a spoonful of whipped cream or marshmallow fluff as the white top layer.
- Optional: rim the glass with honey and orange sanding sugar for extra flair.
- For the cocktail, infuse vodka with candy corn by heating 1/2 cup candy corn with vodka until melted. Strain and cool.
- Make a Candy Corn Martini: Shake 2 oz candy corn vodka, 1 oz triple sec, and a splash of lemon juice with ice.
- For a creamy version, combine candy corn vodka, vanilla liqueur, and a splash of cream.
- For punch, mix candy corn vodka with pineapple juice, orange soda, and ginger beer in a large bowl.
- Make a simple syrup: Simmer 1 cup water + 1 cup candy corn for 5–7 min. Optional: add vanilla, salt, or cinnamon.
- Use the syrup in coffee, soda water, or even frosting for a sweet Halloween twist.
- For a healthy version, layer mango nectar, fresh orange juice, and a splash of coconut milk on top.
- Style with candy corn ice cubes, glow cubes, paper straws, or black sugar rims to make it party-ready.
Notes
Always layer slowly using a spoon for clean separation of colors. Use thicker liquids on the bottom. Chill all ingredients ahead of time to keep layers defined. Skip actual candy corn as garnish—it melts fast and looks messy. Have fun with themed decor like black trays, dry ice, and spooky drink labels!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Layered / Infused / Stirred
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg