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What happens when you ask a group of food bloggers to give you their best fall and winter cocktails? They surely don’t disappoint! They all came through with fabulous suggestions. Some are twists on classics, and others are more unique. I also included a list of non-alcoholic/mocktails at the end. If you’re looking for a more year-round list, check out The Ultimate Cocktail Recipe List.
Blackberry Bourbon Smash
This blackberry bourbon smash cocktail is an easy-to-make craft cocktail. Make with a homemade brown sugar blackberry and rosemary simple syrup, dash of fresh lime juice, bourbon and a splash of club soda. Recipe from The Littlest Crumb.
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Tongue-Tingling Ginger Cider Bourbon Smash
This seasonal ginger bourbon smash cocktail with apple cider and brandy makes a refreshing drink. A sophisticated cocktail with zing. Recipe from Garlic & Zest.
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Fig Smash
A delicious fall fig cocktail made with champagne perfect with dinner or for a party or Thanksgiving celebration. Recipe from Amanda Wilens.
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Bourbon Rosemary Cocktail
This bourbon rosemary cocktail is perfect for fall & winter. Made with homemade rosemary syrup, bourbon, lemon and a dash of maple syrup. Recipe from The Littlest Crumb.
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Fall Cider Ginger Fizz Brandy Cocktail
This cocktail is a delicious way to raise a glass and toast to fall. Made with farm fresh apple cider and ginger brandy and topped with a splash of kombucha for a fizzy treat. Recipe from Health Starts in the Kitchen.
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Bourbon Apple Ginger Fizz
Serve this apple cider bourbon cocktail at upcoming holiday parties. It has all of the best seasonal flavors and is cozy and refreshing. Recipe from Healthyish Appetite.
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Apple Pie Moonshine Cocktail
This apple pie moonshine cocktail recipe tastes like apple pie a la mode! Easy moonshine cocktail recipe easily scaled to make one or a pitcher for a party. Recipe from Goodie Godmother.
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Refreshing Apple Orchard Vodka Cocktail
Apple vodka and elderflower liqueur keep this Apple Orchard Cocktail fresh and slightly floral with all the delicious flavors of fall. Recipe from Mitten Girl.
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Autumn Sparkler Cocktail
Get festive and celebrate fall with these Autumn Sparkler Cocktails at your next party! They are sparkly, bubbly, and definitely impressive! Recipe from Cooking With Curls.
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Cranberry Gin Prosecco Cocktail
Get ready to celebrate with a sparkling Cranberry Gin Prosecco Cocktail. The perfect cocktail for any party – done in under a minute and easy to prep ahead. Recipe from Always Use Butter.
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Cinnamon Apple Cider Cocktail
This cinnamon apple cider cocktail is the perfect fall drink! It almost tastes like apple pie in a glass.
Coquito (Puerto Rican Coconut-Rum Cocktail)
Coquito is a holiday drink made with coconut milk, rum, and cinnamon. Take a trip to the topics during your next get together with this one! Recipe by Sense & Edibility.
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Fig Leaf Cocktail
Make this Fig Leaf Cocktail and you will have a unique and elegant cocktail that’s perfect for fall. Fig leaf syrup adds a subtle vanilla and coconut flavor to this craft cocktail that everyone will enjoy. Recipe from EmilyFabulous.
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Old Fashioneds
Fig Old Fashioned
This easy Fig Old Fashioned sings with the flavors of fall and winter for a great seasonal riff on the Old Fashioned cocktail. Recipe from Cocktail Contessa.
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Cinnamon Apple Old Fashioned
This Cinnamon Apple Old Fashioned cocktail is a twist on the classic drink recipe. Using warm flavors, it’s perfect for fall and Thanksgiving. Recipe from Three Olives Branch.
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Maple Old Fashioned
The Maple Old Fashioned is a sweet, delicious fall twist on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail. Raise a glass to the turnings of the season! Recipe from A Nerd Cooks.
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Fall Spiced Old Fashioned
This Fall Spiced Old Fashioned takes a traditional cocktail and kicks it up with a burst of warm spices and full-bodied fall flavors. Recipe from Recipes from a Pantry.
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Sours
Maple Cider Whiskey Sour
This Maple Cider Whiskey Sour is a timeless classic with an autumnal twist. A perfect cocktail to serve during Thanksgiving festivities. Recipe from Vikalinka by Julia Frey.
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Whiskey Cider Sour
Whiskey Cider Sour fall cocktail recipe is a twist on the classic drink, perfect for fall cold weather and Thanksgiving. Flavored with apple, cinnamon, and lemon for a fun autumn cocktail. Recipe from Three Olives Branch.
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Sweet Potato Sour
Save a little of that sweet potato syrup from the can to make a delicious Thanksgiving sweet potato cocktail – the sweet potato sour! Recipe from Cocktail Contessa.
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Sidecars
Apple Sidecar Cocktail
This Apple Sidecar Cocktail is a seasonal and delicious twist on a cocktail classic with delicious flavors of orange, apple, sage and nutmeg. Recipe from Culinary Ginger.
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Pomegranate Sidecar Cocktail
This Pomegranate Sidecar Cocktail is delicious and easy to make. Discover the recipe for this great bourbon cocktail. Recipe from Casual Foodist.
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Calvados Sour
This calvados sour takes the classic, simple tart and strong formula and gives it a fresh, slightly autumnal twist. It has a lovely balance of flavors including apple and a little spice. Recipe from Caroline’s Cooking.
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Other Classics (with a fall twist)
Cranberry Negroni: A Gin and Cranberry Juice Cocktail
This cranberry Negroni is a delicious variation on a classic. The color of this gin and cranberry juice cocktail is perfect for the holidays. Recipe from Ugly Duckling Bakery.
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Cranberry Gin and Tonic
Bring on holiday cocktails with this easy and fast cranberry gin and tonic. Infused rosemary in the cranberry syrups makes it irresistible. Recipe by Cocktail Contessa.
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Fall Gin and Tonic
This simple and delicious Fall Gin and Tonic with apple cider and spices is the perfect autumn cocktail for the season! Recipe from The Jam Jar Kitchen.
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Black Cherry Cucumber Gimlet
This Black Cherry Cucumber Gimlet is bursting with fun flavors and perfect for celebrating the season and it can be enjoyed two ways! Recipe from My Pretty Brown Fit + Eats.
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Chai White Russian
This chai white Russian cocktail is made with coffee liqueur, vodka and a delicious, cold spice-infused cream. It’s perfect for the winter holidays. Recipe from The Spice Train.
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Apple Cider Mojito
You will love an apple cider mojito. This Autumn cocktail with cider brings all the Fall flavors to one glass. This boozy cider recipe will be a Fall favorite. Luckily, this spiked apple cider and rum cocktail makes a pitcher, so there is enough to share. Recipe from xoxoBella.
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Apple Cider Kentucky Sunrise
This Apple Cider Kentucky Sunrise is made with bourbon, apple cider, and pomegranate simple syrup. This southern twist on the classic Tequila Sunrise is the perfect fall cocktail. Recipe from Champagne Tastes.
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Fall Amaro Highball
Get all the figgy fall feels with this easy and delicious Fall Amaro Highball featuring fig simple syrup, amaro, and apple soda. Recipe from Cocktail Contessa.
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Mimosas & Bellinis
Black Cherry Bellini
Make the fruit Puree ahead of time for this Black Cherry Bellini cocktail so you can serve up them up in super-quick time! Recipe from Kitchen Sanctuary.
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Apple Cider Mimosas
These apple cider mimosas are the perfect bubbly apple cider cocktail drink for fall! Great for holiday celebrations as they are both easy and refreshing. Recipe from Crayons & Cravings.
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Cranberry Mimosas
This colorful, bubbly, 3-ingredient Cranberry Mimosa Cocktail is the perfect festive drink all your holiday events. Recipe from Recipes from a Pantry.
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Mules
Apple Cider Moscow Mule
An Apple Cider Moscow Mule is a delicious autumn twist on the classic cocktail with seasonal apple cider thrown into the mix! Recipe from That Skinny Chick Can Bake.
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Caramel Apple Moscow Mule Cocktails
The Caramel Apple Moscow Mule is a great Fall cocktail. Caramel vodka, apple cider, and ginger beer play together very, very well. Recipe from A Nerd Cooks.
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Cranberry Moscow Mule
The perfect holiday cocktail, this Cranberry Moscow Mule is easy to make and fun to drink. Cranberry juice, vodka, lime juice, ginger beer, frozen cranberries and ginger beer combine to make a delicious drink you’ll want anytime of the year. Recipe from This Delicious House.
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Pomegranate Moscow Mule
This pomegranate Moscow mule is easy, pretty, refreshing, and tastes yummy. A perfect combo of vodka, ginger beer, and juices. Recipe from The Short Order Cook.
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Pumpkin Kentucky Mule
A Pumpkin Kentucky Mule with Ginger and Spice is “autumn in a glass”… Pumpkin butter (homemade or purchased), bourbon, ginger beer, and cardamom bitters get garnished with a cinnamon stick and candied ginger. This simple cocktail may become your new fall favorite! Recipe from Beyond Mere Sustenance.
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Martinis
Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini
This Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini uses a homemade cranberry simple syrup that is actually simple to make using only fresh cranberries, sugar and water. Combine it with fresh lemon juice and vodka for a delicious drink. Recipe from Thrifty Jinxy.
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Raspberry Martini
This delicious raspberry martini is perfect for the holidays. It’s easy to make in a large batch for guests, using simple ingredients. Recipe from The Littlest Crumb.
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Fresh Pomegranate Martini
This fresh Pomegranate Martini recipe is tart, delicious, and easy to mix up! Just three ingredients and ultra-refreshing. Recipe from G-Free Foodie.
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Apple and Pear Martini: An Autumn Cocktail
Flavors of autumn fruit – apple and pear – infuse the gin in this off-dry Apple and Pear Martini. Absinthe, dry vermouth, aromatic bitters, and muddled fresh sage complete this delightfully different cocktail… perfect with your holiday meal! Recipe from Beyond Mere Sustenance.
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A Gin Espresso Martini Recipe
Calling all coffee lovers! This gin espresso martini combines gin, espresso, and coffee liqueur to give you a pick-me-up cocktail. Recipe by Ugly Duckling Bakery.
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Salted Caramel Espresso Martini
Salted caramel espresso martinis are a rich, sweet, and creamy vodka cocktail recipe. A combo of a Starbucks Caramel Macchiato and a Kahlua White Russian. Recipe from The Short Order Cook.
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Paleo Pumpkin Spice Martinis
Paleo Pumpkin Spice Martinis meet all your clean eating, pumpkin spice, and fall party needs. Easy and impressive with no bartending experience needed! Recipe from Regain Your Sparkle.
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Margaritas & Daiquiris
Cranberry Daiquiri
This Cranberry Daiquiri recipe is a festive rum cranberry cocktail perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Eve, and all the days in between. Recipe by Mission Food Adventure.
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Apple Cider Margarita Recipe
Apple cider margaritas made with apple cider, tequila, triple sec, and a splash of lime juice will be your favorite fall cocktail. Recipe from Crayons & Cravings.
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Apple Margarita
The apple margarita is perfect for fall! Sweet and smoky, this drink combines mezcal, apple cider, apple jam, pear liqueur, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and star anise. Recipe from Sip and Feast.
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Pomegranate Margarita
Pomegranate Margarita – delicious fall and winter-appropriate margarita. Perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas! Recipe from The Healthful Ideas.
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Cranberry Orange Margarita
Cranberry Orange Margarita – delicious cocktail, great for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The perfect way to use up leftover cranberry sauce! Recipe from The Healthful Ideas.
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Maple Apple Cider Margarita
Equal parts sweet and salty this maple apple cider margarita is the perfect cocktail for fall. Discover the best recipe for making apple cider margaritas at home. Recipe by Casual Foodist.
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Blood Orange Margaritas
Blood Orange Margaritas made with fresh-squeezed citrus, agave nectar and your favorite tequila. So simple & refreshing! Recipe by Vegan Huggs.
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Sangrias & Punches
Apple Pomegranate Sangria
I love making something special like this sangria for a fall gathering like Halloween, Thanksgiving. Great boozy or non-alcoholic. Recipe from Amanda Wilens.
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Sparkling Apple Cider Sangria
This sparkling apple cider sangria is a refreshing taste of fall. It’s easy to make and is the perfect big batch cocktail for fall parties and Thanksgiving. Recipe from 2 Cookin Mamas.
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Cranberry Orange Holiday Sangria
An easy white wine Cranberry Orange Holiday Sangria recipe that is perfect for holiday parties or a random Saturday night! Recipe from Kaleena’s Kitchen.
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Cranberry Sangria
Cranberry Sangria is an easy cocktail recipe that will warm you up during the holiday season with rich bodied wines and a hint of spice! Recipe from Swirls of Flavor.
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Blood Orange Pomegranate Rum Punch
Blood orange gives this rum punch a deep citrus flavor.
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Cranberry Apple Cider Punch
This cranberry apple cider punch recipe has a unique twist from traditional punch and can be customized to fit your sweetness preference! Recipe from Mountain Berry Eats.
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Fall Pumpkin Party Punch
A unique way to enjoy the pumpkin spice frenzy this season is a glass of Fall Pumpkin Party Punch. It contains REAL pumpkin, spiced rum and more! Recipe from In the Kitch.
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Cranberry Apple Cider Sangria
Celebrate the season with this simple Cranberry Apple Cider Sangria flavored with fresh cranberries and apples. This one is a crowd-pleaser for any season! Recipe from Flavour & Savour.
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Warm Cocktails
Coconut Chai Hot Toddy
This coconut chai hot toddy is made with a generous splash of dark rum, spices and creamy coconut milk for the perfect cozy holiday drink. Recipe from Running to the Kitchen.
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Spiced Cranberry Hot Toddy Recipe
This delicious Cranberry Hot Toddy recipe is spiced with cozy spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. If you like mulled wine, you will LOVE this toddy! Recipe from The Endless Meal.
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Toffee Apple Cider Fireball Hot Toddy
This toffee apple cider Fireball hot toddy is delish! It’s a novel take on hot toddy with Fireball whiskey. The butterscotch liqueur and cinnamon whiskey blend beautifully. You will love the flavor of apple cider and Fireball together in this caramel apple hot toddy recipe. Recipe from xoxoBella.
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Hot Apple Pie Cocktail
Hot Apple Pie cocktail is one of my favorite cool-weather drinks! Lightly spiced and sweetened hot apple cider, served with a shot of Calvados and freshly whipped cream. Recipe from What a Girl Eats.
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Bailey’s Easy Hot Chocolate Recipe ala Mode
Bailey’s Easy Hot Chocolate Recipe ala Mode will warm you up during these cold winter months. Recipe from Inspire a Creation.
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Boozy Eggnog White Hot Chocolate with Rum Whipped Cream
A rich, sweet, and creamy winter drink that’s perfect for cozying up, spiked with rum for a little kick! Recipe from Bright Eyed Baker.
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Mulled Apple Cider
Apple cider infuses with cinnamon sticks, fresh ginger and clementines in your slow cooker for our Mulled Apple Cider that’s bursting with fall flavors. Add Bourbon for an easy spiked apple cider. Recipe from Swirls of Flavor.
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Non-Alcoholic
Pomegranate Cranberry Mocktail
Here’s a sparkling Pomegranate Cranberry Mocktail that is perfect for a winter non-alcoholic beverage. This bubbly drink is easy to make and has no added sugar. It’s healthy, festive, and tasty. Recipe from Clean Eating Kitchen.
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Mimosa Mocktail
Bright, bubbly, and refreshing all apply to this tasty mimosa mocktail that kids and adults alike will love to enjoy during the holidays! Recipe by Bake It With Love.
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Sparkling Sage Gimlet Lime Mocktail
This sparkling sage gimlet mocktail is a non-alcoholic take on a gimlet recipe. This gimlet mocktail has simple syrup, fresh lime juice, sage leaves, and sparkling water for a well-balanced mocktail that feels fancy! Recipe from Food Banjo.
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Non-alcoholic Green Apple Martini
Non-alcoholic Green Apple Martini or Virgin Appletini. This easy to create mocktail is prepared with simple ingredients. It is a kid-friendly drink, light and crispy. Recipe from Jagruti’s Cooking Odyssey.
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Non-Alcoholic Mulled Wine (Stovetop or Slow Cooker)
Sweetened with apple cider and maple syrup and spiced with all the good holiday spices, this slow cooker mulled wine is the perfect, warm holiday drink! Recipe from Home-Cooked Roots.
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Fizzy Cranberry Orange Mocktail
The holidays are upon us and that means fun drinks abound! Not into alcohol? No problem! This Fizzy Cranberry Orange Mocktail will have you sipping a delicious and elegant drink with zero alcohol. Recipe from Mitten Girl.
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Virgin Moscow Mule
A non-alcoholic twist on a classic cocktail, this Virgin Moscow Mule features cool, refreshing lime and warm, spicy ginger beer for a delicious virgin drink that’s both refreshing and cozy. Recipe from Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.
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What a great roundup of some amazing drinks!! I can’t wait to try them all (responsibly 😂😉)