As the leaves begin to crunch and the craze of pumpkin spiced lattes take over, put down the summer spritzers and trade them in for richer, spicier, and more comforting flavours this autumn. What better way to do that then with this line-up of delicious seasonal cocktails? Whether you’re hosting a gathering or unwinding after a long day, these drinks are guaranteed to spice up your day.
Tequila Chai Hot Toddy
A warm spiced tequila-based cocktail with a brightness of fresh citrus and hint of sweet honey.
Ingredients:
- 30ml Tequila
- 45ml Orange Juice
- 120 ml Hot Water
- 1 Chai Tea bag
- 1 tbsp Honey
Simply let the tea bag brew in the hot water, remove it, and mix in all the other ingredients. There you a super simple but rich and spiced cocktail perfect for the colder nights.
Cinnamon Caramel Apple Cocktail
The perfect autumn blend of tart apple cider, rich caramel, and warm spices to elevate your average whisky.
Ingredients:
- 45 ml Fireball Cinnamon Whisky
- ½ Glass Chilled Apple Cider
- 45 ml Caramel Liqueur
- Cinnamon Stick/Powder or an Apple Slice for garnish
Add all the ingredients to a rock glass with ice and slowly stir them together, pop on your garnish of choice and it is ready to serve.
Autumn Rickey
An autumnal spin on a classic Bourbon Rickey to ease into the new season.
Ingredients:
- 2 Lime wheels
- 45ml Bourbon
- 30ml Lime Juice
- 15ml Grade B Maple Syrup
- Club Soda to top
Fill a highball glass with ice and add all the ingredients together, topping it with the club soda and stirring briefly to combine. Now you are ready to settle into autumn.
Maple Old Fashion
Making a slight change to your classic cocktail can create the perfect mix of autumn flavours.
Ingredients:
- 60ml Dark Rum
- 15ml Maple Syrup
- 2 Dashes Angostura Bitters
- Orange Twist for garnish
Stir the liquids together in a glass with ice until chilled, strain into a chilled cocktail glass and simply garnish.
Falling Leaves
A flavourful sweet cocktail for those who aren’t a fan of the warmer spices in autumn.
Ingredients:
- 60ml Dry White Wine
- 30ml Pear Brandy
- 10ml Honey Syrup
- 15ml Grand Marnier (or any orange liqueur)
- Dash of Bitters
Mix and stir the ingredients in a glass of ice, strain into a chilled cocktail glass and there you have a perfectly fruity cocktail for all the sweet-tooths.
Warm Spiced Cranberry Cocktail
Mulled wine and cider are popular over the warmer months, so why not try a warm cocktail to expand your choice in alcoholic beverages this season.
Ingredients:
- 175ml Cranberry Juice
- 90ml Orange Juice
- ½ Cinnamon Stick
- 2 Cloves
- 1 Slice Fresh Ginger
- 5ml Honey
- 45ml Rum or Gin
Gently warm the juices and spices together to infuse their flavour and afterwards add in your alcohol, ready to serve.
Pumpkin Martini
There is every flavour martini imaginable from passionfruit to espresso- why not try pumpkin.
Ingredients:
- 45ml Vanilla Vodka
- 45ml Irish Cream Liqueur
- 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar for rimming
- 1.5 tsp Pumpkin Spice (divided)
- 1.5 tbsp Pumpkin Puree
- 2 tbsp Finely Crushed Biscuits for rimming
Rim the glass by dipping it into the Irish Cream Liqueur and then into a mixture of biscuit, sugar, and pumpkin spice. Place glass into the freezer for a quick chill.
Add the liquids, spice, and puree into a shaker with ice and vigorously shake for 30 seconds and finally strain to a martini glass and garnish by preference.
Hot Apple Pie
Take the beloved autumn/winter dessert and make it into a delicious cocktail for an extra special treat.
Ingredients:
- 240ml Apple Cider
- 45ml Apple Brandy
- 1 Pinch Cinnamon
- 1 Pinch Nutmeg
- 1 Dollop Whipped Cream
Gently heat the apple cider and brandy, pour into a heatproof glass. Sprinkle over the spices and top with whipped cream for a cosy feel.
Drunken Pumpkin Spiced Latte
Pumpkin spiced lattes are all the craze during autumn so why not add a bit of booze to spice it up even more.
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Brewed Coffee
- ¼ Cup Milk
- ¼ Cup Rum Chata (Caribbean rum with cream)
- 30ml Pumpkin Pie Vodka (Normal vodka and Pumpkin Pie syrup will also work)
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 1/8 tsp Cinnamon
Add the sugar and cinnamon to your brewed coffee. Once dissolved, stir in the remaining ingredients.
Serve it over ice or warm depending on whether you’re an iced or hot latte person.
Mezcal Hot Chocolate
Hot Chocolate is a staple for kids in the colder months so let’s add an adult twist.
Ingredients:
- 180ml Milk
- 30ml Mezcal
- 30ml Madeira Wine
- ¼ Cup Hot Fudge Sauce
- Whipped Cream
- Chocolate Shavings
Whisk together the milk and fudge sauce over a medium heat. Add in the alcohol and stir. Once poured into a glass or mug, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a nostalgic touch.
There is no better way to embrace the season than with a cozy drink in hand- from fiery cinnamon to smooth maple, there’s something on this list to satisfy all the autumn cravings. So, pop on those fluffy socks, light a candle and get mixing.
