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15 Fall Cocktail Recipes You’ll Love

Whether you want to make spiked apple cider or a pumpkin bourbon drink this autumn, start here.

Every fall season, we throw together some apple cider, prosecco, and Fireball whiskey (adding in a cinnamon stick for good measure). This drink has become our autumn tradition, a drink we only ever drink while the leaves are turning and the air is crisp. But that doesn’t mean it’s the only thing I want to drink this time of year, so I went searching for some fall cocktail recipes to keep things interesting.

Food Fanatic’s archive quickly delivered.

From a bourbon drink with maple and pumpkin to a classic spiked cider, these fall cocktail recipes will make your adult Halloween party, random Libra season gathering, and election night all a little more enjoyable.

There is one newer recipe on this list, at the very bottom — my own Thanksgiving sangria recipe, another tradition of ours. Honestly, by Thanksgiving time I’ve succumbed to winter. Everything looks dead, it’s too cold to enjoy being outdoors, and most of you already have Christmas decorations up anyway. But it’s technically fall, so we’re including it.

(If you’re already thinking of Thanksgiving though, check out our Thanksgiving wine recommendations, too.)

Here are 15 of our most compelling fall cocktail recipe ideas — and don’t miss some of the other suggestions we rounded up, including fall food pairings and winter drink favorites if you’re thinking ahead.

1
Pumpkin Mojito Photo
Dan George
Pumpkin Mojito Recipe
Pumpkin Mojito will be your new Fall drink. The pumpkin and mint combination will surprise you!
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2
Rye and Cider Cocktail Photo
Brandy O'Neill
Rye and Cider Cocktail Recipe
Rye and Cider Cocktail uses good rye whiskey and apple cider. Cardamom bitters make this drink really special.
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3
Maple Pumpkin Bourbon Steamer Photo
Taylor Kiser
Maple Pumpkin Bourbon Steamer Recipe
Maple Pumpkin Bourbon Steamer is a great after dinner drink on a chilly night. A great autumn cocktail.
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4
Autumn Pimm's Cup Photo
Susan Palmer
Autumn Pimm’s Cup Recipe
This Autumn Pimm’s Cup is seasonally fantastic. With lots of warming flavors and apple slices too, it’s irresistible.
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5
Candy Corn Martini Photo
Dan George
Candy Corn Martini Recipe
Candy Corn Martini incorporates your favorite Halloween candy of childhood and puts it into an adult drink. Cheers!
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6
Boozy Pumpkin Chai Latte Photo
Shanna Schad
Boozy Pumpkin Chai Latte Recipe
Boozy Pumpkin Chai Latte is just the right amount of warmth you need. Sip in front of the fire after skiing.
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7
Hot Spiked Cider Photo
Amanda Livesay
Hot Spiked Cider Recipe
Hot Spiked Cider can stay warm in a slow cooker. People can help themselves to the best drink at the party!
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8
Pear Vodka Photo
Brandy O'Neill
Pear Vodka Recipe
This easy pear vodka cocktail is Fall personified. Serve it at your Halloween party!
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9
Hot Pumpkin Pie Cocktail Photo
Kristan Roland
Hot Pumpkin Pie Cocktail Recipe
Hot Pumpkin Pie Cocktail just became the happy ending to your autumn evening. A comforting dessert and cocktail!
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10
Fig Bees Knees Photo
Susan Palmer
Fig Bees Knees Recipe
Fig Bees Knees just became your signature fall cocktail. Figs, honey, and gin!
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11
Grapefruit Whiskey Sour Photo
Susan Palmer
Grapefruit Whiskey Sour Recipe
This grapefruit whiskey sour makes everything good again. Bright and citrusy, with the kick of bourbon.
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12
Apple Cider Margarita Photo
Dan George
Apple Cider Margarita Recipe
Apple Cider Margarita can be warmed up in your slow cooker for parties. Amazing!
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13
Raspberry Cider Whiskey Photo
Dan George
Raspberry Cider Whiskey Recipe
Raspberry Cider Whiskey is made with hard cider and whiskey. Add a little raspberry liqueur, and you’re all set.
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14
Spiked Chai Latte Photo
Emily Caruso
Spiked Chai Latte Recipe
Spiked Chai Latte has all the spices and warmth you crave during the cold months. Kick it up with a little bourbon!
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15
Fall and winter sangria with oranges, apples, pomegranate seeds, rosemary and spices - homemade festive drink for Thanksgiving
Mizina via iStock Photo
Thanksgiving Sangria Recipe
Try our editor's Thanksgiving sangria recipe that he makes every year for the holiday!
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If you want more, here’s some additional recipe inspiration for fall and beyond:

Thanksgiving Mocktails Picture