Mai Bar with panoramic views of Kuala Lumpur;
Now that we are past the middle of October, Halloween is just around the corner.
To mark the occasion, bars and cocktail lounges in Klang Valley are shaking things up with eerie concoctions that are more of a treat than a trick.
Expect a range of cocktails with a spooky twist as these creative drinks are designed to capture the haunting vibe of the season.
Spine-chilling names and ghoulish garnishes add a dash of fun to the frightfully inspired drinks.
If you’re in the mood to explore, here are some bars embracing the Halloween spirit with specially crafted mixes.
MAI BAR
Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur
Business hours: 2pm to midnight
Tel: 03-2723 1154
This month, Mai Bar at Aloft Kuala Lumpur unveils its latest Halloween-inspired cocktail, the Grim Reaper-ita.
Specially curated for the occasion, this scary-sounding concoction offers a dark, seasonal twist on the classic margarita.
Made with a blend of dark rum, blackberry liqueur, lime juice, sugar syrup and a pinch of activated charcoal, Grim Reaper-ita gives off a sinister vibe despite its vibrant flavours.
A black sugar rim and sprig of rosemary completes the eerie touch to this ghoulish cocktail.
Guests can indulge in this drink as they admire the city skyline from the rooftop haunt and enjoy an array of inventive dishes.
The drink, also served at the hotel’s W XYZ Bar, is priced at RM58nett per glass.
Beyond the Grave (left) and Bloody Maria at G-String KL.G-STRING KL
No.147, Jalan Petaling, KL
Business hours: 5pm until late
Tel: 013-938 6322
On Oct 25, G-String KL is set to transform into a haunting experience with delicately crafted cocktails to match.
Its new Curse and Cocktails menu showcases Bloody Maria and Beyond The Grave.
The former is a concoction of Bacardi rum, Grenadine, X-Rated liquer, Cabernet Sauvignon and lemon juice while the latter is a mix of Patron Reposado, Campari, Jafermeister and grapefruit.
There is also a set of six shooters for the adventurous.
Named Rest in Peace Baby, the shooters are made of Patron Reposado, Pernod Ricard, Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenadine.
Spooky hallways to get lost in will feature on the ground floor.
Drop by for some frightful fun as there’s a best-dressed contest where one can win a mystery bottle of the night.
There will also be Hal
Devil Heart at Bar Tailor.loween face-painting stations and chance to play a Dare or Treat game.
BAR TAILOR
No. 42A, Jalan SS20/10, Damansara Kim, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Business hours: 4pm to 1am (Monday to Saturday)
Tel: 011-1639 5006
Try out Bar Tailor’s new Halloween cocktails this month.
Blood Transfusion, served in a blood pack, is made of extra dry martini, watermelon and peach liqueur, lime juice, hibiscus syrup, chrysanthemum water and Angostura Bitters.
Meanwhile, Devil Heart is a concoction of Blue Curacao, peach liqueur, fresh lime juice, egg white, cheesecake syrup and chocolate syrup.
It is served in a cupid glass with strawberry puree lining the rim.
Bar Tailor is hosting a Halloween party on Oct 31 from 5pm till late.
Entrance to the party is priced at RM55nett per person, including a cocktail and snacks.
Tarot card reading will also be available.
The Dark Soul at Desire.DESIRE
Lot 6-A & 6-1A, Plaza Batai, Jalan Batai, Bukit Damansara, KL
Business hours: 6pm to midnight (Wednesdays to Sundays).
WhatsApp: 018-960 1871
Two Halloween-themed shooters and cocktails feature at Desire bar this month.
Spooky, black-hued cocktail The Dark Soul gets its mysterious colour from tequila-infused squid ink.
It is also mixed with fresh lemon juice and agave syrup.
Meanwhile, Vampire Kiss shooters are a play on that killer mix.
It is a concoction of vodka-infused squid ink, fresh lemon juice and strawberry syrup.
The bar will be organising Midnight Circus: Killer Carnevil for Halloween on Nov 2, 10pm till late.
There will be snacks, drinks and more.
Bloody Martini at The Record Speakeasy.THE RECORD SPEAKEASY
No.6-2A, Plaza Batai, Jalan Batai, Bukit Damansara, KL
Business hours: 5pm to 1am (Sundays and Tuesdays), 6pm to 3am (Wednesday to Saturday)
Tel: 017-298 0841
The Record Speakeasy is celebrates Halloween with two new cocktails and shooters.
Try its Bloody Martini cocktail, which is a twist on the classic martini.
This version is made with dry vermouth, dry gin, pomegranate juice, blackberries, icing sugar and mint sprig.
For something that looks scary, the eyeball shooter features lychee fruit that’s made to look like an eyeball.
The drink is made from vodka, lychee liqueur, lychee juice, bianco vermouth, syrup and lychee and blueberry fruits.
