November 15, 2023 | Thomas Gronvold

As we welcome the heart of autumn, the season brings with it a palette of rich, warm flavors perfect for experimenting with in the world of cocktails. Whether you’re cozying up by the fire or hosting an autumnal gathering, these 10 new cocktail recipes are curated to capture the essence of November. From the sweetness of maple and apple to the comforting warmth of spices and nuts, each drink is a celebration of the season’s bounty.

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1. Spiced Apple Cider Margarita

• Ingredients: Tequila, apple cider, lime juice, cinnamon, and a sugar rim.
• Method: Shake tequila, apple cider, and lime juice with ice. Strain into a cinnamon-sugar-rimmed glass.

2. Pumpkin Spice Martini

• Ingredients: Vodka, pumpkin puree, heavy cream, maple syrup, and pumpkin spice.
• Method: Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a martini glass.

3. Cranberry Orange Whiskey Sour

• Ingredients: Whiskey, cranberry juice, orange liqueur, and lemon juice.
• Method: Shake whiskey, cranberry juice, orange liqueur, and lemon juice with ice. Strain into a rocks glass over ice.

4. Fig and Honey Old Fashioned

• Ingredients: Bourbon, fig syrup, honey, and bitters.
• Method: Stir bourbon, fig syrup, honey, and bitters with ice. Strain into a lowball glass over a large ice cube.

5. Maple Pecan Espresso Martini

• Ingredients: Vodka, espresso, maple syrup, and pecan liqueur.
• Method: Shake vodka, espresso, maple syrup, and pecan liqueur with ice. Strain into a martini glass.

6. Pear and Ginger Mule

• Ingredients: Vodka, pear nectar, lime juice, ginger beer.
• Method: Combine vodka, pear nectar, and lime juice in a mule mug. Top with ginger beer.

7. Caramel Apple Sangria

• Ingredients: White wine, apple cider, caramel vodka, chopped apples.
• Method: Mix white wine, apple cider, caramel vodka, and chopped apples in a pitcher. Chill and serve.

8. Smoked Cinnamon Negroni

• Ingredients: Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, cinnamon stick.
• Method: Stir gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth with ice. Strain into a glass and garnish with a smoked cinnamon stick.

9. Toasted Marshmallow White Russian

• Ingredients: Vodka, coffee liqueur, cream, toasted marshmallow.
• Method: Shake vodka and coffee liqueur with ice. Pour into a glass, top with cream, and garnish with a toasted marshmallow.

10. Hazelnut Hot Toddy

• Ingredients: Whiskey, hot water, honey, lemon juice, hazelnut liqueur.
• Method: Combine whiskey, hot water, honey, lemon juice, and hazelnut liqueur in a mug. Stir and serve warm.

Summary

As the days grow shorter and the nights longer, these cocktails offer the perfect way to embrace the autumnal atmosphere. Each recipe is designed to be both comforting and celebratory, reflecting the unique flavors and moods of the season. So gather your ingredients, mix up a drink, and toast to the beauty of November. Whether enjoyed solo or shared with loved ones, these cocktails are sure to add a touch of warmth and joy to your autumn evenings.