As the leaves turn and the air gets crisp, there’s no better way to embrace the season than with a cozy fall cocktail. Whether you love apple and cinnamon or crave pumpkin spice or maple bourbon, we’ve got the best fall drinks to delight your taste buds and impress your guests. These autumn-inspired, alcohol-infused beverages are perfect for any occasion, including Thanksgiving.
Get ready to shake, stir, and sip your way into autumn bliss with these 34 easy-to-make fall cocktail recipes that will leave you feeling festive all season long!
Table Of Contents
- Salted Caramel Martini
- Fireball Whisky Cocktails
- Fireball Punch
- Apple Pie Martini
- Apple Butter Old Fashioned Cocktail
- Sparkling Pear + Kumquat Sangria
- Pumpkin Pie Punch
- Pumpkin RumChata Martini
- Crock-Pot Apple Cider
- Cinnamon Roll Cocktail
- Caramel Apple Mimosas
- Pumpkin Mudslide Cocktail
- Thanksgiving Margarita
- Apple Cider Hot Toddy
- Fall Aperol Spritz
- Pumpkin Head Punch
- Apple Cider Mule
- Easy Red Sangria
- Cinnamon-Spiced Eggnog White Russian
- Pumpkin Whiskey Smash Cocktail
- Bourbon Spiked Hot Chocolate
- Cranberry Apple Sangria
- Hot Buttered Bourbon
- Maple Whiskey Sours
- Spiced Apple Margaritas
- Apple Cider Sangria
- Maple New York Sour
- Apple Cider Mimosa
- Rosemary Fig Japanese Whisky Sour
- Tasty Apple Cider Mojito
- Harvest Apple Ginger Smash Cocktail
- Pomegranate Aperol Spritz
Salted Caramel Martini
This salted caramel martini is simply irresistible, a top pick among dessert martini recipes for the fall and winter. With its perfect blend of sweetness and creaminess, this cozy drink will be a favorite indulgence.
- Prep: 3 mins
- Yield: 1
Fireball Whisky Cocktails
Spice up your gatherings with Fireball Whisky Cocktails, infused with zesty orange, warm cinnamon, aromatic cloves, and the kick of cinnamon-flavored whiskey. Perfect for game days, holiday festivities, brunch, Fall parties and more!
- Prep: 2 mins
- Yield: 1
Fireball Punch
A crowd favorite, Fireball Punch, features a tantalizing blend of orange juice, apple cider, and Fireball whisky that delivers the nostalgic flavor of cinnamon red hot candies. A no-fuss cocktail you can serve your guests.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Yield: 30 servings
Apple Pie Martini
Sip on the delightful flavors of autumn with this Apple Pie Martini, featuring an apple cider base infused with caramel vodka, caramel creamer, and a hint of cinnamon. Shake it with ice to create a chilled and creamy cocktail that perfectly captures the essence of the season.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Yield: 1
Apple Butter Old Fashioned Cocktail
Experience the delectable Apple Butter Old Fashioned Cocktail, a delightful libation perfect for the fall and winter seasons. Made with authentic apple butter, this fabulous drink has become a personal favorite and is sure to capture your taste buds.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Yield: 1
Sparkling Pear + Kumquat Sangria
Got any celebrations this fall? Elevate it with Sparkling Pear + Kumquat Sangria! This delightful drink infused with hints of honey, cinnamon, and ginger adds a touch of fall charm to sparkling wine, creating a festive and flavorful experience.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Chilling: 1 hour
- Servings: 8
Pumpkin Pie Punch
PUMPKIN PIE PUNCH is the ultimate Thanksgiving or Halloween Punch! With apple cider, real pumpkin, and cream soda, you’ll never believe how tasty this fun Pumpkin Cocktail is. Such a unique and fun holiday drink recipe for the fall. Try this pumpkin punch with or without alcohol.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Servings: 8
Pumpkin RumChata Martini
Get a taste of this creamy delight – Pumpkin RumChata Martini, an ideal fall cocktail that will tantalize your taste buds. This drink features a homemade pumpkin simple syrup, blended with RumChata and vanilla vodka, creating a luscious after-dinner drink that captures the essence of autumn.
- Prep: 13 mins
- Serving: 1
Crock-Pot Apple Cider
Got 5 minutes? This crock-pot apple cider recipe is a breeze to make with minimal prep time. Simply toss in all the ingredients, let it simmer in your slow cooker, and enjoy the added bonus of using healthier sweeteners like coconut sugar and maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 4 hrs
- Servings: 7 cups
Cinnamon Roll Cocktail
Transform a scrumptious breakfast treat into a delectable drink with this easy Cinnamon Roll Cocktail recipe. With just four ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can whip up a delightful and festive drink that will satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Servings: 1
Caramel Apple Mimosas
Impress your Thanksgiving guests with these irresistible caramel apple mimosas, perfect for brunch or dinner. With their deliciously bubbly and visually stunning presentation, they are sure to be a hit and add a touch of elegance to your festive gathering.
- Prep Time: 3 mins
- Servings: 8
Pumpkin Mudslide Cocktail
Bored of the traditional mudslide? Introducing the Pumpkin Mudslide Cocktail, a delightful autumn twist on the classic mudslide that is destined to become your new go-to drink.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Servings: 1
Thanksgiving Margarita
Treat your taste buds to the smooth, sweet, and spicy flavors of the Thanksgiving Margarita, a unique fall-themed cocktail that you’ll love. Get ready for a one-of-a-kind margarita experience that will leave you craving for more!
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Servings: 1
Apple Cider Hot Toddy
Apple Cider Hot Toddy is the simplest yet most satisfying hot alcohol drink you’ll ever make! With its versatility, it’s not only a delightful Thanksgiving cocktail but also the perfect hot toddy recipe to soothe those colds.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Servings: 1
Fall Aperol Spritz
Now for an Aperol cocktail, this Fall Aperol Spritz recipe is enhanced with ginger beer, adding a delightful touch of spice to create a festive and flavorful cocktail! An ideal for any time of the year.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Servings: 1
Pumpkin Head Punch
Autumn Pumpkin Head Punch…spicy, sweet, and delicious, with hints of lemon, spiced pumpkin butter, vodka, cinnamon, and ginger. All mixed together to create an autumn punch that’s great for our upcoming entertaining season. From Halloween, to Friendsgiving, to Thanksgiving…and every other day in between!
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Servings: 8
Apple Cider Mule
This apple cider mule is festive and easy fall cocktail! This seasonal spin on the Moscow mule features cider and ginger beer.
- Prep Time: 3 mins
- Servings: 1
Easy Red Sangria
This red sangria is the ultimate cocktail indulgence. Packed with fresh fruit and sweet, vibrant flavor, it’s a Spanish sangria that is as much fun to make as it is to drink.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Servings: 6
Cinnamon-Spiced Eggnog White Russian
This fun autumn cocktail has everything you love about White Russians with extra flavor from eggnog and a homemade cinnamon syrup.
Pumpkin Whiskey Smash Cocktail
If you’re one of those people who can’t wait to order everything pumpkin spice when the weather turns cool, you’ll love this cozy autumn cocktail! It’s flavored with a homemade pumpkin simple syrup and plenty of pie spice.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Servings: 4
Bourbon Spiked Hot Chocolate
- Time Commitment: 7 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients
If you don’t make a bit of a mess, it means you haven’t drizzled on enough caramel sauce.
Cranberry Apple Sangria
The must have spiced holiday cocktail! With cranberries, apples, oranges, cinnamon and cloves! You can make this ahead of time!
- yield: 8 SERVINGS
- prep: 4 HOURS 45 MINUTES
- cook: 5 MINUTES
Hot Buttered Bourbon
Hot buttered bourbon is a warming, spiced cozy drink that is perfect for chilly nights! Save batter in the fridge so you can have it whenever you’d like!
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
Maple Whiskey Sours
- Time Commitment: 3 minutes
- Why I Love It: ready in <15 minutes, <10 ingredients
If you’re more interested in a refreshing fall drink than a warming one, this has your name written all over it. Even better, it contains only five ingredients.
- Prep: 3 mins
- Servings: 1
Spiced Apple Margaritas
- Time Commitment: 10 minutes
- Why I Love It: special occasion-worthy
It’s as easy to make and easy to drink as the original. Swap the silver tequila for reposado, which is slightly aged, and add cider with the lime juice to fall-ify it.
Apple Cider Sangria
Enjoy a refreshing twist on fall flavors with this easy Apple Cider Sangria recipe! Perfect for cozy gatherings, it combines crisp apples, cider, and a splash of wine for a delightful seasonal drink.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Yield: 1 pitcher
Maple New York Sour
Savor the rich flavors of a Maple New York Sour with this easy-to-follow recipe! Combining the warmth of maple syrup with the classic cocktail, this drink is perfect for cozy evenings.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Yield: 1 cocktail
Apple Cider Mimosa
These apple cider mimosas just call for apple cider and sparkling white wine. Rimmed with sugar and cinnamon, these super simple drinks make the perfect fall cocktail.
Rosemary Fig Japanese Whisky Sour
Discover a luxurious Rosemary Fig Japanese Whisky Sour recipe perfect for autumn! This cocktail combines fig syrup, Japanese whisky, lemon, and rosemary for a unique, creamy, and smoky drink.
Tasty Apple Cider Mojito
You will love an apple cider mojito. This Autumn cocktail with cider brings all the Fall flavours to one glass. This boozy cider recipe will be a Fall favourite. Luckily, this spiked apple cider and rum cocktail makes a pitcher, so there is enough to share.
Harvest Apple Ginger Smash Cocktail
A delicious and refreshing cocktail made with a homemade apple spice simple syrup, ginger liqueur, apple cider and a cinnamon-C&H® sugar rim. Perfect for fall and holiday parties!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yield: 2
Pomegranate Aperol Spritz
Delight in a refreshing Pomegranate Aperol Spritz with this easy and festive recipe! Perfect for autumn, it blends pomegranate juice, Aperol, and prosecco for a vibrant and tangy drink.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Yield: 1
