7 Fall Cocktails to Make This Weekend

Can you believe Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away? Yes! It is! And then the mad rush of the holiday season begins. You know what you need? A cocktail.

Or several.

Okay, not several in one sitting. That would be bad! But several back-pocket fall cocktail recipes to mix up to keep warm on weekends, for impromptu get-togethers, and all those holiday functions that are just around the corner. From light and fruity fizzy drinks to warming spiked hot chocolate, we’ve got plenty of ideas for you here.

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This is one of our most-shared cocktail recipes and it’s easy to see why. It’s gorgeous! And with apple cider, figs, and thyme, it’s made for fall.

Sparkling Fig + Honey Cocktail

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Grab a big jug of apple cider at the farmers market because this simple cocktail is destined to become a weekend staple.

Honey Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail

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Pears are totally under-utilized in fall cocktails. Give them some love by pairing them with homemade ginger syrup and champagne.

Ginger Pear Bellini

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No fall cocktail collection would be complete without one involving cranberries. This sweet-and-tangy concoction is a fave.

Cranberry Ginger Punch

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Sangria isn’t just for summer parties! This version, made with pomegranate, apples, oranges, and fall-inspired spices, is perfect for holiday gatherings.

Festive Pomegranate Sangria

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