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Cranberry Cinnamon Whiskey Sour.

This cranberry cinnamon whiskey sour is the perfect warming cocktail for the holiday season. Cranberry juice, bourbon, lemon and simple syrup poured over ice and cinnamon sticks for a holiday twist. Cheers! Everyone needs a little bourbon warmth in November! So I’m here with your 2022 Thanksgiving cocktail! Oh hello. The cranberry cinnamon whiskey sour […]

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Everyone needs a little bourbon warmth in November!

cranberry cinnamon whiskey sour

So I’m here with your 2022 Thanksgiving cocktail! Oh hello.

The cranberry cinnamon whiskey sour has entered the chat and I am… welcoming it. It’s tangy, tart, a little spicy and refreshing all at the same time. I swear it’s possible.

cranberry cinnamon whiskey sour in a shaker cup

I probably say it in the summer too, but this is my favorite cocktail season. All the warming flavors, the spices, the cinnamon, the ciders, the apple and cranberry – I could go on and on. I can turn practically any traditional cocktail into a fall version and this is no exception. A cranberry cinnamon whiskey sour coming right up!

cranberry cinnamon whiskey sour

I love the idea of this cocktail for Thanksgiving. It’s soul warming, yet a bit refreshing. It’s tart but not overwhelmingly sweet. It pairs nicely with all the traditional Thanksgiving dishes!

This whiskey sour is also embarrassingly easy.

Simple shake together the bourbon, lemon juice, cranberry juice and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice. Pour over crushed ice and cinnamon sticks, where the cinnamon will impart a little spice as it sits and make the drink extra holiday-ish.

Throw in an orange peel and some sugared cranberries if you’re feeling fancy!

cranberry cinnamon whiskey sour

Making one of these to cozy up by the fire and watch a show or read a book sounds like my ultimate fall dream. (more…)

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Caramel Cider Crush.

This caramel apple cider cocktail is so perfect for fall. Chilled apple cider poured over crushed ice, mixed with salted caramel vodka and topped off with ginger ale. It’s refreshing and tastes like heaven. All the cozy vibes! New fall cocktail alert! This is one of those cocktails that doesn’t taste like a cocktail… which […]

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New fall cocktail alert!

caramel cider crush cocktail

This is one of those cocktails that doesn’t taste like a cocktail… which is my favorite kind.

Yes, warning – you can’t even taste the salted caramel vodka in this! It tastes like a fizzy apple cider and it’s so incredible. My go-to this season with lots of crushed ice.

caramel cider crush cocktail

Okay I’m bring this cocktail to you straight from the comments section of this website. Oh yes. A few weeks ago, reader Beth left this comment:

“You loved orange crushes when you came to Delaware. One of our local restaurants does seasonal crushes and the fall one is an apple cider crush!! A-mazing…. Apple cider, apple Crown Royal, salted caramel vodka (or caramel vodka), and Sprite. At home, we ended up skipping the Crown Royal, still amazing.”

Um, thank you forever Beth!

caramel cider crush cocktail

When I tell you that I RAN out and bought the ingredients for this… oh my word. I am not exaggerating. It sounded so autumn-y and fantastic that I couldn’t wait to try it. And while I’ve made a honeycrisp crush before, this apple cider crush takes.the.cake.

Seriously, if you’re an apple cider fan you will LOVE this. I’ve already discussed serving it for Halloween and some of our fall parties.

caramel cider crush cocktail

This is how easy it is!

Apple cider. A few local farms have the most delicious apple cider. I always have some on hand in the fall.

Salted caramel vodka. It has been YEARS since I bought flavored vodka. I mean, truly – YEARS. I don’t use flavored vodka very much anymore but this is incredible. Tastes like dessert, but in a good way. I like the Stolichnaya or Smirnoff version.

Ginger ale… or seasonal seltzer. There’s a few options here that you can try! Ginger ale is the easiest. I find it’s the most delicious too. Classic ginger flavor pairs perfectly with cider. If you like a lot of spice and bite, do ginger beer instead. And if you have a seasonal seltzer – like this waterloo spiced apple (!!!), which is delicious – that also works! I like the seltzer option too because it adds fizz without sweetness.

caramel cider crush cocktail

Of course, you can do a little cinnamon sugar rim if you like and garnish with apple slices. It’s the cutest!

You can easily make this in a pitcher for a party too! Mix together the apple cider and vodka and refrigerate it until it’s time to serve. Pour glasses and top off with the ginger ale or seltzer.

caramel cider crush cocktail

So, yay for fall cocktails! (more…)

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All The Drinks You Need For Fall! 35 Mocktails, Cocktails, Coffees & More.

The best fall drink recipes are here! From coffee and tea, to punch and sangria, mocktails and hot toddys. Can’t get any better than this – be sure to bookmark this post! You’ve just hit the fall drink jackpot! Fall is officially here! Finally. I’ve got you covered with the best of the best when […]

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Fall is officially here!

35 of the best fall drink recipes

Finally. I’ve got you covered with the best of the best when it comes to fall drinks! These fall drink recipes are so good, I could never just choose one. Whether you need something cozy or icy, boozy or comforting, I’ve got it! Below you’ll find a bunch of my favorite fall drinks, like hot chocolates, teas, non-alcoholic punches, sangrias, mimosas and more!

Fall cocktail season is seriously the best. I mean, I guess I could argue that fall is the best time for ANY sort of drink. And I can’t even tell you how many delicious ones I have here on the blog. Don’t make me choose a favorite! I worship at the altar of apple cider, but there are lots of delish pomegranate, maple and pumpkin flavors here too.

35 Of The Best Fall Drink Recipes

We’re starting with warm coffees and ciders (with one icy exception!), then on to mocktails! Scroll down for all the fall cocktails you need every weekend of the season. What’s on your list for this first official weekend of fall?! (more…)

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Spiced Orange Gin & Tonic.

This spiced orange gin and tonic is the perfect cocktail for the holiday season! Citrusy and spiced, along with being extra refreshing and icy. So delicious! Perfect holiday season cocktail, coming right up! This spiced orange gin and tonic is icy cold and refreshing, in a snowy holiday kind of way. Spiced orange syrup, gin […]

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This spiced orange gin and tonic is the perfect cocktail for the holiday season! Citrusy and spiced, along with being extra refreshing and icy. So delicious!

Perfect holiday season cocktail, coming right up!

spiced orange gin and tonic

This spiced orange gin and tonic is icy cold and refreshing, in a snowy holiday kind of way. Spiced orange syrup, gin and all its botanical flavors and tonic water over ice. This is serious present-wrapping or Thanksgiving-cooking perfection.

sugar, orange peel, star anise

This time of year, I love making anything orange and spiced. Which is crazy, because I’m not a huge orange person. Like those chocolate oranges at Christmas that people would get in their stockings? Zero appeal to me. I do love the occasional chocolate covered citrus peel or even chocolate covered clementines, but only a bit. It’s never the flavor combo I’ll choose.

spiced orange syrup

But spiced orange cocktails? Okay, I’m sold. When the thought of spiced orange syrup is mixed with icy boozy tonic water, it sounds fab to me.

pouring tonic water in

A few years ago I shared these spiced orange spritzers and OH MY GOSH, they are heavenly. They are SO so delicious – a perfect treat for Thanksgiving morning, or even the day after. (However I will say, I’m a little partial to my tree trimming punch the day after Thanksgiving!).

spiced orange gin and tonic

These spiced orange gin and tonics are like that, but a bit more grown up and refreshing. No sparkling wine here, only gin. And tonic. And spiced orange syrup. Ha!

Oh plus a sprig of rosemary or something similar. To make it extra festive. (more…)

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Pomegranate Aperol Spritz.

If you’re sick of apple cider cocktails, make a Pomegranate Aperol Spritz! Tart, fruity and citrusy, it’s refreshing while also being the perfect taste of fall. Prettiest cocktail on the block today! I’d like an aperol spritz for every happy hour, from here on out! It’s beautiful and delicious and refreshing and wonderful. Need I […]

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If you’re sick of apple cider cocktails, make a Pomegranate Aperol Spritz! Tart, fruity and citrusy, it’s refreshing while also being the perfect taste of fall.

Prettiest cocktail on the block today!

pomegranate aperol spritz

I’d like an aperol spritz for every happy hour, from here on out! It’s beautiful and delicious and refreshing and wonderful.

Need I say more?!

pomegranate

Okay so if you’re sick of apple cider cocktails, I have the PERFECT drink for you. I mean, I absolutely love anything with apple cider. But I understand that not all of you do, and sometimes you just need a break from the cinnamony drink. Sometimes you want something more refreshing than warm. Something more citrusy and icy!

pouring aperol into a glass

Enter the pomegranate aperol spritz. The perfect flavor combination cocktail for your fall weekend, Halloween celebration or Thanksgiving dinner.

pouring pomegranate juice into a glass

This isn’t entirely new to me. Remember a few years ago when I made a winter aperol spritz with cranberry and rosemary?! That was my first foray into a flavored aperol spritz and I loved it.

And oh yes – I decided we most definitely needed a fall version.

Ironically, I have also made a spritz with apple cider! It’s delicious and wonderful.

But so is this!

pomegranate aperol spritz

I actually like this one more than the winter spritz.

And I love pomegranate so much more than cranberry! I love that pomegranate has that tart punch but is also fruity and juicy. Combined with the orange?! Oooooh it is SO good.

pomegranate aperol spritz

This is all you need for your pomegranate aperol spritz:

Aperol over ice. This is one of my favorite things! Of course I prefer crushed ice, but use what you’ve got!
A splash of pomegranate juice. I say around one to two ounces – based on your preference. Add one ounce and then taste. Add more if you’d like more pomegranate flavor punch!
Prosecco comes next! My absolute favorite. It’s SO good, and you don’t need to break the bank on a bottle.
Finally, a splash of seltzer to balance things out.

pomegranate aperol spritz

The end result is a refreshing and citrusy spritz. It’s so light and wonderful, but has that classic pomegranate flavor. Oh and can we talk about how gorgeous it is too?!

Just look at that aperol and pomegranate swirling together to create the most beautiful shade. I love it! (more…)

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Apple Harvest Punch Recipe

A refreshing, whiskey punch we’re calling apple harvest punch! It’s made with apple cider, lemon juice, whiskey and ginger simple syrup. It’s great for a fall gathering, pumpkin carving party, Thanksgiving or a cheese gathering! We love this recipe because it’s simple to make and has the best fall flavors like apple cider and ginger. […]

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The Best Fall Cocktails

These delicious fall cocktails are filled with seasonal flavors like apple, pumpkin and spices. From fall vodka cocktails to fall whiskey cocktails, there’s something for everyone! These fall cocktail recipes will go perfect with any of our fall desserts too! All of our fall cocktail recipes are great for dinner parties, Thanksgiving, Halloween parties or […]

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