45 Fall Cocktails For When You Want Something A Little Stronger Than A PSL

We can’t get enough of apple cider cocktails in the fall, and this sangria recipe is no exception. We give the classic summer drink a fall twist by adding in sparkling apple cider (of course), white wine, and fireball. Our apple cider sangria is a fan-favorite, but this bubbly version feels a bit fancier, making it worthy of any fall holiday gathering.

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Start your day off with a pumpkin spice latte and finish it with a martini. It's got everything you love about the fall cult favorite + a boozy kick. What's not to love?

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For this twist on a Moscow mule, we’ve replaced the vodka with some smoked bourbon or whiskey, added some maple syrup for a touch of autumn magic, kept our lemon juice and ginger beer as our old-time residents, and included an optional roasted marshmallow to garnish.

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You may have heard of the classic White Russian, but its predecessor the Black Russian delivers on simplicity and strong coffee flavor. This two-ingredient, spirit-forward cocktail combines vodka and coffee liqueur served over ice, making it a flavorful dessert cocktail perfect after a nice dinner out, especially when garnished with an orange slice or a Maraschino cherry.

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Fall flavors abound in this spin on the beloved classic. A splash of tangy apple cider meets sweet dark brown sugar and Angostura bitters to complement the bourbon. The drink is garnished with crunchy apple, earthy cinnamon, and star anise to create the perfect sip for any crisp fall day.

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Your pumpkin spice latte, now all grown up! Whether you just want a fun night cap, or want to have a signature cocktail at Halloween or Thanksgiving, this one is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

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If you're truly looking to get your party started this holiday (or if you're a bourbon fan), then these apple pie bourbon shots should be a must-have at your next gathering. All you need are a few ingredients—apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg—to infuse your own bourbon that tastes just like your fave dessert.

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It's crazy to think that pumpkin spice-flavored, well, everything wasn't even popular until the PSL was created. We look forward to its return every year, marking the unofficial start of fall, so we created a frozen boozy latte inspired by this iconic beverage to enjoy year-round.

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When the weather outside gets a bit chilly, we can all agree that there’s nothing nicer than curling our hands around a piping hot mug some mulled wine…that is, unless you’re not drinking alcohol. Rather than simply skip that sip of pure coziness, make this non-alcoholic mulled wine instead!

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The Washington Apple Shot is a breed of the Washington Apple Cocktail made with whiskey—typically Canadian-style—apple schnapps, and cranberry juice. We also added pomegranate to jazz it up and make it extra crisp and refreshing.

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Super excited for fall and all the fun fall activities that come with it—pumpkin carving, Thanksgiving, apple picking..? These cocktails are for you! They're the best of summery margaritas, plus spicy, seasonal apple cider.

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Everyone is espresso martini-crazed these days, but you don’t need to drink alcohol to enjoy this decadent trend. Our espresso mocktail packs a punch with an espresso base, creamy top, and tons of Oreo crunch, with none of the alcohol.

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Cranberry adds a festive, blood-red twist to your favorite cocktail, the Aperol spritz. If you don't want it to be too sweet, you can swap the cranberry juice cocktail for 100% cranberry juice.

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Having a Harry Potter movie watching marathon this fall? You've got to make this pumpkin juice (and a pint of butterbeer!) In the books, pumpkin juice is traditionally served over ice for a refreshing drink, but you could also warm this up in a mug for something more cozy.

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This sweater-weathery version of a whiskey sour features punchy ginger flavor and tangy cranberry juice. Though it requires minimal ingredients, it’s full of strong, bright flavors that perfectly complement rich holiday hors d'oeuvres like baked brie and bacon-wrapped dates.

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Tastes like a chocolate boozy milkshake and only three easy ingredients you likely already have on hand. If you love this, try our pumpkin spice white Russians next!

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Turn your kitchen into a speakeasy with this simple cocktail. The Last Word is a gin-based IBA (International Bartender’s Association)-recognized drink that was first developed in the 1920s. It’s sharp, sour, and slightly sweet, making it perfect for a cocktail aficionado. Luckily, you don’t have to be an expert bartender to make this classic because it's simple enough to memorize. It only requires 4 ingredients—gin, green chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice with one equal part each.

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This recipe is spookier than your average sangria: Blood oranges, pomegranate seeds, and blackberries all work together to make this Halloween-approved punch. And as if it weren’t festive enough, we added some adorable ghost-shaped apple slices. 😜

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Easy breezy and ready for fall, this apple cider spritz offers a twist on a recent summer classic, the Aperol spritz. Waltzing right into the next season with spiced cider and a kiss of pumpkin spice, Aperol’s orange-herbal aspects bring out the best in the cider flavors. This totally sippable cocktail is great for a crowd too. To make a big batch, make a pitcher of the cider, Aperol, and pumpkin spice mix, then just add to glasses with ice, a garnish, and Prosecco for a cocktail as crisp and bright as the best fall day.

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Moscato sangria fans—get ready to meet your new favorite shareable cocktail. Inspired by Olive Garden's now discontinued signature sangria, this copycat green apple moscato sangria is the perfect fall twist on the classic summer cocktail.

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