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It's nearly Halloween, which means, time to break out the decorations (and see which ones need to be replaced), then get the invites out and start planning your spooktacular Halloween party!
If you've got young'uns, this can mean Halloween games, Halloween snacks, and of course a spooky bowl of punch or sweet drinks.
If drinking adults are attending, you might whip up a potent Halloween potion with a bit more kick in it, but non-alcoholic Halloween drinks are a must. And the best ones should be tasty, inventive, and fun to make, so that kids young and old can enjoy the fun. Here, then, are some of our favorite drinks from our test kitchen and from around the web. They're sure to make your party a success!