Exploring Hammer Horror: “Kiss of the Vampire” at 62

On this week’s episode of the Scary Spirits Podcast, hosts Karen and Greg revisit Hammer Films’ 1963 release, “Kiss of the Vampire“, in honor of its 62nd anniversary. This lesser-known entry in Hammer’s vampire catalog offers a mix of gothic atmosphere and dated tropes that still spark conversation today.

As always, the film discussion is paired with a themed cocktail — this time, the moody and mysterious “Vampire’s Kiss.” Whether you’re a fan of classic horror or just curious about how this film fits into the Hammer legacy, this episode offers a thoughtful look back.

Listen now for commentary, cocktail inspiration, and a dose of vintage vampire cinema.

Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail

• 3 oz vodka
• 3 oz cranberry juice
• 1 oz raspberry liqueur
• 2-4 oz champagne or sparkling wine, to taste
• Fresh cherries, raspberries, or cranberries for garnish

Instructions:

Rim two martini glasses with red decorating gel (or corn syrup mixed with food coloring) if desired. Place the glasses on a plate and set them in the refrigerator to chill. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, cranberry juice, and raspberry liqueur. Cover and shake for about 30 seconds, or until the outside of the shaker has frosted. Strain the mixture into the chilled glasses. Top off with champagne or sparkling wine, to taste as desired. Garnish with a skewered cherry, raspberry, or cranberries.

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A Brief Synopsis: In Bavaria in 1910, a young couple on their honeymoon travels find themselves in a remote village, whose mysteriously subdued inhabitants live in terror of the vampiric residents of a nearby castle.

Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include:

• We learn a little about the first motor car, the Benz Patent-Motorwagon.
• Do you know the value of a 1903 De Dion Bouton Q motor vehicle?
• Dr. Karen tells us if we should clean our wounds with whiskey.
• We get a history lesson about masquerade balls.
• Greg makes a reference to the band Black Sabbath.

Our rating of the film:

This movie was so bad that it took us 4 cocktails to get through it.

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