As the leaves change colour and the air turns crisper, there’s no better time to cosy up with a delicious cocktail that captures the essence of autumn. We’ve curated a selection of five delightful autumnal cocktails that will warm your spirits and celebrate the beauty of the season.
Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or simply relaxing at home, these recipes are sure to become your new seasonal favourites.
Reader beware: this post contains recipes for drinks containing alcohol and should only be used by people of legal age to consume such drinks.
1. Spiced Apple Cider Mule
Indulge in the warmth of spiced apple cider paired with the zing of ginger beer for a twist on the classic Moscow Mule. This cocktail is a celebration of autumn flavours in a refreshing and invigorating sip.
Ingredients
- 2 oz spiced apple cider
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- Ginger beer
- Apple slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a copper mug with ice cubes.
- Pour in the spiced apple cider, vodka, and fresh lime juice.
- Top off with ginger beer and gently stir.
- Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick.
- Cheers to a delightful autumn!
2. Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned
The classic Old Fashioned gets an autumnal twist with the rich sweetness of maple syrup. This cocktail is perfect for sipping by the fire as you embrace the cosy vibes of the season.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 0.5 oz maple syrup
- 2 dashes bitters
- Orange twist for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters.
- Fill the glass with ice and stir until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a rocks glass with a large ice cube.
- Express the oils from an orange twist over the glass and drop it in.
- Enjoy the warmth and flavour of autumn in every sip.
3. Cranberry Thyme Spritzer
Elevate your fall gatherings with a Cranberry Thyme Spritzer that’s both elegant and refreshing. The tartness of cranberries and the aroma of thyme create a balanced and delightful drink.
Ingredients
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- 1 oz vodka
- 0.5 oz thyme-infused simple syrup
- Tonic water
- Fresh cranberries and thyme sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- In a glass, combine cranberry juice, vodka, and thyme-infused simple syrup.
- Fill the glass with ice and top off with tonic water.
- Gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of thyme.
- Raise your glass to the beauty of autumn.
4. Pumpkin Spice White Russian
Embrace the beloved flavours of pumpkin spice with a twist on the classic White Russian. Creamy, spiced, and utterly indulgent, this cocktail is a treat for your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1 oz pumpkin spice creamer
- Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a rocks glass with ice.
- Pour in the vodka and coffee liqueur.
- Gently float the pumpkin spice creamer on top.
- Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
- Sip and savour the flavours of autumn in every sip.
5. Fig and Rosemary Fizz
Elevate your cocktail game with the sophisticated Fig and Rosemary Fizz. The sweet richness of figs paired with the herbal notes of rosemary creates a unique and memorable autumn drink.
Ingredients
- 2 oz fig-infused vodka
- 0.5 oz rosemary simple syrup
- Tonic water
- Fresh fig slices and rosemary sprig for garnish
Instructions
In a shaker, combine fig-infused vodka and rosemary simple syrup.
- Shake with ice and strain into a chilled flute glass.
- Top off with tonic water and gently stir.
- Garnish with fresh fig slices and a rosemary sprig.
- Cheers to the refined flavours of fall.
With these five delightful autumnal cocktails in your back pocket, you’re all set to embrace the beauty and flavours of the season. Whether you’re sipping by the fire or sharing with friends as the sunsets, these drinks are the perfect way to welcome the season’s embrace.
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