1Cranberry Aperol Spritz
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONCranberry 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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2Sparkling Apple Cider Sangria
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3Thanksgiving Jungle Juice
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREWe love a big-batch cocktail because it not only saves you time at the home bar, but they're so easy to mix up. This classed up, festive spin on jungle juice is for when you want to be the designated drunk uncle at Thanksgiving.
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4Pumpkin Margaritas
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThe combination of pumpkin pie filling, pumpkin spice syrup (optional; see below for method), and reposado tequila creates a beautiful autumnal blend. The aged tequila adds a rich brown sugar flavor that mixes perfectly with the pumpkin ingredients, while the bright acidity from the lime balances the cocktail and provides that classic margarita tang.
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5Apple Cider Hot Toddies
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER 6Spiked Pumpkin Chai Latte
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7Gold Rush Cocktail
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCEFans of the whiskey sour to the front, please! The Gold Rush cocktail is the whiskey drink you’re already in love with, with just a few changes. 1) It calls for honey instead of simple syrup, and doesn't call for any egg whites.
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8Pumpkin Spice White Russians
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9Spicy Apple Cider Margaritas
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 10Manhattan
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThere are few cocktails more storied (or simple!) than the Manhattan. First stirred up in 1894 by a bartender at New York City's Waldorf Astoria, the defining characteristic is that it uses Scotch whiskey. Change up your bitters with a few dashes of walnut, lavender, or black cherry for a fun twist.
Get the Classic Manhattan recipe.
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11Pumpkin Spice Mules
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONMoscow mules are one of our favorite drinks, but once the leaves start to change and we can't get pumpkin spice off our minds, we turn to this twist on the classic. If you can't find pumpkin pie vodka, regular vodka will work well too!
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12Apple Pie Bourbon Shots
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONIf 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—too!
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13Pumpkin Pie Martini
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 14Cranberry-Apple Sangria
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONSangria is a perfect cocktail for the holidays because it’s made all in one big pitcher and can be done ahead. Plus, your guests can help themselves to a festive cocktail while you finish up cooking. This recipe is fairly traditional but with a holiday twist, featuring flavors like tart cranberries and warm cinnamon.
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15Apple Cider Mimosas
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERMimosas are the brunch cocktail; however, as the weather gets colder, we all start looking toward more comforting, autumnal flavors. This is the perfect, fall twist on the classic that's perfect for celebrating on Thanksgiving morning.
Get the Apple Cider Mimosas recipe.
16Amaretto Sour
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17(Make Ahead) Holiday Punch Bowl Ice Cubes
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORELooking for a quick way to level up your holiday punch bowl or cocktails without the hassle? These stunning ice cubes are an incredibly easy solution—and they’ll make you look super-classy too! These ice cubes use pomegranate juice instead of water, adding both flavor and a vibrant red hue to what would otherwise be plain ice.
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18Cranberry Paloma
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThe holidays usually usher in seasonal cocktails with cozy spices to stay warm in the winter, but we think bright, refreshing beverages should be enjoyed all year long. If you love sipping on margaritas and palomas but want a more festive recipe to enjoy during the holiday season, meet the cranberry paloma.
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19Lambrusco Smash
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONWhile a glass of Lambrusco is always good served on its own, it’s also a fantastic starting point for a cocktail. The smoky mezcal, bright orange citrus, and spice from the ginger beer here tie together beautifully, giving you a zingy, sweet-ish, refreshing, and original cocktail.
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20Kalimotxo Cola Punch
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: BEN WEINERThe last three months of the year mean it's time to party, and what better way to say party in a cocktail than punch? This kalimoxto-inspired sangria upgrade is literally a little bit of this, a little bit of that with a top off of everyone's favorite soda—an ice cold Coca-Cola.
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