Fall Cocktails & Autumn Drinks

Celebrate cooler weather with fall cocktails and autumn drinks featuring apple cider, maple, pumpkin, pear, cinnamon, warming whiskey, and seasonal spice. From crisp highballs and sours to cozy spirit-forward cocktails and hot drinks, these recipes are made for harvest season, Thanksgiving gatherings, and cool fall evenings.

25 recipes
Fall Cocktails & Autumn Drinks
25 recipes found in this collection.

Recipes

Easy
Harvest Moon recipe

Mixed Drink

Harvest Moon Bourbon Cider Highball

The Harvest Moon Bourbon Cider Highball blends smooth bourbon, crisp apple cider, fresh lemon juice, and warm baking spice into an easy fall cocktail. Lightly spiced and refreshing, it’s an ideal whiskey drink for autumn gatherings, bonfires, and cool evenings.

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Easy
Apple Cider Mule recipe

Mixed Drink

Apple Cider Mule – Vodka, Spiced Cider & Ginger Beer Fall Moscow Mule Twist

The Apple Cider Mule mixes vodka, spiced apple cider, fresh lime juice, and ginger beer into a crisp fall highball with warming spice. It is an easy seasonal Moscow Mule variation for autumn gatherings and casual home bartending.

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Intermediate
Apple Cider Whiskey Smash recipe

Cocktail

Apple Cider Whiskey Smash: Bourbon, Mint & Honey Fall Cocktail

The Apple Cider Whiskey Smash blends bourbon, apple cider, lemon, honey syrup, and fresh mint into a bright fall cocktail with soft orchard sweetness. Shaken and served over crushed ice, it keeps the refreshing character of a Whiskey Smash while adding a distinctly autumn flavor.

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Intermediate
Apple Barrel Apres-Ski Toddy recipe

Hot Drink

Apple Schnapps & Brandy Hot Toddy (Après-Ski Apple Cider Cocktail)

A warming apple schnapps and brandy hot toddy made with spiced cider and honey. This après-ski cocktail delivers cozy winter flavor with a smooth, spirit-forward finish.

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Easy
Apple Cider Spritz Mocktail recipe

Mocktail

Sparkling Apple Cider Spritz — Easy Fall Mocktail

Sparkling Apple Cider Spritz is a simple fall mocktail made with bubbly apple cider and fresh orange juice. Light, refreshing, and alcohol-free, it’s perfect for brunches, holidays, and cozy gatherings.

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Intermediate
Cider Negroni recipe

Cocktail

Cider Negroni (Apple Cider Twist on the Classic Negroni)

The Cider Negroni is a seasonal twist on the classic, adding a touch of apple cider to the traditional gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth build for a softer, autumn-ready balance.

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Intermediate
Cider Old Fashioned recipe

Cocktail

Cider Old Fashioned Cocktail with Bourbon, Apple & Maple

A seasonal take on the Old Fashioned, this cider-forward bourbon cocktail blends apple cider, maple syrup, and bitters for a balanced, spirit-led drink with a subtle autumn lift.

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Intermediate
Spiked Cider Sangria recipe

Cocktail

Spiked Apple Cider Sangria — Fall Pitcher Cocktail

Spiked Apple Cider Sangria is a fall-ready pitcher cocktail made with white wine, apple cider, brandy, and fresh fruit. Lightly spiced and finished with a splash of soda, it’s a refreshing yet cozy drink perfect for gatherings.

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Intermediate
Caramel Apple Cider Martini recipe

Cocktail

Caramel Apple Cider Martini – Vodka, Apple & Caramel Fall Cocktail

A cozy fall cocktail that blends vodka, crisp apple cider, and rich caramel liqueur with a touch of citrus and bitters. Smooth, balanced, and perfect for autumn nights.

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Intermediate
Maple Bourbon Smash recipe

Cocktail

Maple Bourbon Smash - Bourbon, Lemon, Mint & Maple Fall Cocktail

The Maple Bourbon Smash combines bourbon, lemon, fresh mint, and maple syrup in a bright fall whiskey cocktail. Maple adds seasonal depth without overwhelming the citrus, while mint keeps the finish fresh and aromatic.

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Intermediate
Maple Leaf recipe

Cocktail

Maple Leaf – Rye Whiskey Maple Sour Cocktail

A Maple Leaf cocktail is a balanced rye whiskey sour with real maple syrup and fresh lemon juice, delivering a smooth, citrus-forward drink with warm, earthy sweetness.

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Intermediate
Maple Paloma recipe

Cocktail

Maple Paloma – Tequila & Grapefruit Highball

A refreshing spin on Mexico’s classic Paloma, this Maple Paloma pairs smooth tequila blanco with bright grapefruit and a touch of maple syrup for a lightly sweet, fizzy highball that shines in any season.

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