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5 Delicious Fall Cocktails to Savor the Season

Jay Bandy • November 6, 2023

New season, new cocktails.

As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, there's no better way to embrace the beauty of fall than by indulging in a selection of delightful fall cocktails. Whether you're hosting a cozy gathering or simply want to unwind after a long day, these five delicious fall-inspired libations will warm your heart and awaken your taste buds. From classic favorites to inventive concoctions, there's something for everyone to enjoy this autumn.



Apple Cider Margarita

Prepare to sip on the best of fall and summer in a single glass.

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces tequila blanco or mezcal
  • 1/2 ounce orange liquor
  • 3 ounces apple cider
  • 1/2 of a lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup, or to taste
  • Cinnamon sugar for the rim, cinnamon stick, and apple slices for garnish (optional)

Get directions here.


Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini

Embrace your inner basic with this autumnal spin on a classic espresso martini.

Ingredients

  • Ice cubes
  • One part Kahlúa
  • One part Absolut vodka
  • One part espresso
  • 0.5 part pumpkin syrup

Get directions here.


Maple Old Fashioned

A fall cocktail that's as comforting as a fireside chat in a glass.

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1/4 ounce maple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Orange peel and maraschino cherry (to garnish)

Get directions here.


Spiced Pear Bellini

Elevate your brunch game with this refreshing concoction.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon pear brandy
  • 1 1/2 ounces pear purée or nectar
  • 1 pinch cinnamon
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 5 ounces sparkling wine
  • Garnish: pear slice

Get directions here.


Cranberry Mule

'Tis the season to swap the traditional Moscow Mule for a Cranberry Mule this fall.

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces ginger beer
  • 4 ounces cranberry juice cocktail
  • 2 ounces dark rum or vodka
  • 1 lime, cut in half
  • crushed ice cubes
  • fresh or frozen cranberries

Get directions here.



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