4 Nostalgic Fall Cocktail Recipes You Need To Try
There’s just something about fall weather that makes you want to cozy up with a seasonal drink. Whether you’re hosting friends & family or having a fall movie marathon at home, these unique fall drink recipes are guaranteed to bring a delicious joy. Let’s dive in!
1 — Apple Cider Mule
The only way to make a classic Moscow Mule even better is to add this little twist. Our Apple Cider Mule is soon-to-be your new favorite drink— the crisp, sweet flavor of apple cider with the spicy kick of ginger beer makes it the perfect drink for chilly evenings.
Ingredients:
2 oz apple flavored vodka
1 oz apple cider
1/2 oz fresh lime juice
3-4 oz ginger beer, to top
Apple slice & cinnamon stick, for garnish
How to Make It:
Fill a copper mug with ice
Pour in the apple vodka, apple cider, & lime juice and stir well
Top off with ginger beer
Garnish with an apple slice and a cinnamon stick for extra presentation points
Pro Tip: For an extra sweet layer of flavor, rim the glass with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar before pouring in the drink.
2 — Honey & Fig Sidecar
This next cocktail takes the classic sidecar and gives it a cozy fall makeover with honey, fresh figs, and thyme. This autumn inspired cocktail has a rich, slightly sweet flavor that’ll make you feel like you’re sipping on luxurious treat
Ingredients:
2 oz Cognac
1 oz Lemon Juice
1 oz Cointreau
1/2 oz Honey Syrup
1 Fresh Fig, halved
1/2 tbsp Fig Jam
1-2 Thyme Sprigs
How to Make It:
Muddle the fresh fig, fig jam, lemon juice, cointreau, honey syrup & thyme in an empty cocktail shaker
Once muddled, pour in cognac & fill with ice, then shake until the outside of the shaker becomes frosty
Strain into a chilled coupé glass and garnish with a fresh fig & whole thyme sprig
Pro Tip: To make the honey syrup, combine equal parts honey and hot water, stirring until fully blended. This smooths out the honey, ensuring it mixes seamlessly into your cocktail.
3 — Pumpkin Pie Martini
Nothing says fall quite like pumpkin. This Pumpkin Pie Martini is a creamy, dessert-inspired cocktail that brings all the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie into the classic martini glass. It’ll definitely give your espresso martini a run for its money.
Ingredients:
2 oz Vanilla Flavored Vodka
2 oz Irish Cream Liqueur (e.g. Bailey’s)
2 oz Pumpkin Flavored Liqueur (e.g. Hiram Walker)
Pinch of Ground Cinnamon & Nutmeg
How to Make It:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
Pour in the vanilla vodka, irish cream liqueur & pumpkin liqueur and shake until the cocktail shaker becomes frosty.
Strain into a chilled martini glass, and top with ground cinnamon and nutmeg (and whipped cream if desired)
Pro Tip: You can make this cocktail even more decadent by adding a tiny splash of maple syrup or caramel sauce to the shaker.
4 — Candy Apple Spritz
This Candy Apple Spritz is a light, sparkling option that combines the nostalgic flavor of caramel candied apples with a bubbly finish. Ideal for brunch or early evening gatherings, it’s as refreshing as it is festive.
Ingredients:
2 oz Caramel Flavored Vodka
3 oz Apple Cider
2 oz Prosecco
Apple Slices & Cinnamon Sugar, for Garnish
How to Make It:
Fill cocktail shaker with ice, caramel flavored vodka & apple cider and shake until the outside becomes frosty
Wet the rim of a wine glass in apple cider and dip it into cinnamon sugar
Strain it into your glass and top it off with prosecco
Garnish with apple slices and whole cinnamon sticks
Pro Tip: For a hint of extra flavor, lightly smoke the rosemary sprig before adding it as a garnish. It adds a subtle earthy note that pairs wonderfully with the apple.
These four cozy cocktails are the perfect way to celebrate everything we love about fall. Try one (or all!) of these recipes to indulge in a celebration of fall, capturing the essence of the season in every sip. If you try out any of these recipes, tag us on instagram at @hostessandhomebody for a special surprise! Cheers!
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