35 Best Fall Cocktails That Will Keep You Warm All Season Long
Snuggle up by the fire with cozy hot toddies and spiked hot chocolate.
It's always a good idea to have a few cocktail recipes in your back pocket. With Halloween and Thanksgiving around the corner, knowing how to mix up some seasonal drinks is a surefire way to elevate any party or special occasion. It can also come in handy for any at-home date nights or a cozy night in (spiked hot chocolate, anyone?). Luckily, we've rounded up some of the best fall cocktails that are perfectly autumnal to sip on all season long.
These cocktails make the most of seasonal ingredients, like pumpkin spice, apple cider, cinnamon and more. Plus, many of these could also be modified to be non-alcoholic beverages if you want to leave the booze out all together.
Or, if you want something already made with no mixing required, consider setting out some canned cocktails, which can be surprisingly high-quality and a low-calorie drink. That will free up some time to spend with others or if you want to go the extra mile by setting out some delicious fall appetizers or autumn desserts for the crew!
What are you waiting for? Here are the best fall cocktails to try now. You won't be-leaf how tasty these creative and classic drinks are!
Pumpkin Spice White Russian
A classic cocktail, now with a autumnal twist. The rim of turbinado sugar and pumpkin pie spice is key.
Get the Pumpkin Spice White Russian recipe.
Espresso Martini
Sure, you could have another cup of coffee...or you could have an espresso martini. With this drink, you'll have all the energy you need to keep the party going.
Get the Espresso Martini recipe.
Spicy Margarita
One way to warm up after a blustery day is with a boozy drink infused with homemade Sriracha that'll warm you from the inside out.
Get the Spicy Margarita recipe.
Negroni
In our opinion, it's always negroni time. Nothing will cheer you up on a cold gray day like this bright, complex cocktail.
Get the Negroni recipe.
Bees Knees
This elegant 1920s-inspired cocktail brings together gin, lemon and homemade honey-pepper syrup. It's the perfect cocktail to transition from summer to fall.
Get the Bees Knees recipe.
Dirty Martini with Stuffed Olives
As the temperatures start to drop, nothing hits the spot quite like a briny, savory martini. Besides, who doesn't love a drink with a built-in snack?
Pear Gin Fizz
This sweet, fizzy cocktail is sure to impress any guest. It's made with fresh thyme, gin, Prosecco, honey and pear nectar.
Get the Pear Gin Fizz recipe.
Mexican Maple Horchata
This creamy, cinnamon-y drink doesn't usually call for alcohol, but you can add a bit of rum or tequila to make it a boozy drink you can sip by the fire.
Get the Mexican Maple Horchata recipe.
Pomegranate Cosmo
While this red-and-green color palette might make you think of Christmas, there's no reason you can't break out this cocktail recipe before the holidays. The secret is a pomegranate-cranberry juice blend.
Get the Pomegranate Cosmo recipe.
Apple Cider Sangria
It isn't fall without a little bit of apple cider! Sliced seasonal fruits and a splash of brandy bring out the fall flavors in this sparkling punch.
Get the Apple Cider Sangria recipe.
Fall Punch
The pear nectar in this rum cocktail gives the drink an unexpectedly fruity taste.
Get the Fall Punch recipe.
Cider Hot Toddy
Is there a better way to warm up on a cold, fall day? Warm apple cider mixes perfectly with whiskey and cinnamon in this classic Hot Toddy recipe.
Get the Cider Hot Toddy recipe.
Magic Punch
Double, double, toil and trouble — you can make this witch's brew with any dark fruit juice of your choice. This way, you can customize your Halloween drinks to your taste.
Get the Magic Punch recipe.
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Classic Old-Fashioned
It's a classic for a reason. This old school drink mixes citrus with cherries, bourbon and bitters for a smooth flavor.
Get the Classic Old-Fashioned recipe.
Apricot Bourbon Brew
Apricot nectar and bourbon aren't exactly a combination you'd think to put together. But you try it, you'll see that this fruity, spiced drink is perfect for fall.
Get the Apricot Bourbon Brew recipe.
Cranberry 75 Punch
With cranberries, clementines and gin for good measure, you'll be wanting ladle after ladle of this sweet punch.
Get the Cranberry 75 Punch recipe.
Cherry Crush
Shake up your cherry juice cocktail by adding ginger, anise and cinnamon for a sweet and spicy cocktail.
Get the Cherry Crush recipe.
Sparkling Ginger Sangria
Move over, Bloody Mary. This sparkling sangria needs some shine! A Halloween concoction will be a sweet spiced treat for the holiday.
Get the Sparkling Ginger Sangria recipe.
Beer Cocktails
Try a beer cocktail to whet your whistle this fall. Tempt your taste buds with one of these refreshing options: lemon-gin, honey-bourbon or margarita-style.
Get the Beer Cocktails recipe.
Cherry Bomb Fizz
Ch-ch-ch-cherry bomb! Celebrate fall with a champagne-ready cocktail that's deliciously fruity and fizzy.
Get the Cherry Bomb Fizz recipe.
Yaa Bofah is an editorial fellow at Good Housekeeping. She is a freelance illustrator and created original cover art for The Fashion Bomb Daily’s first e-book series. She enjoys supporting philanthropic endeavors and being an advocate for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
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