6 Fall Cocktails To Make At Home
As the weather cools and the leaves begin to change color, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a delicious cocktail. Here are six fall cocktails that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
The first cocktail is the Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini. This is a recipe we love and make every season. This decadent drink combines the flavors of pumpkin spice and coffee, making it the perfect pick-me-up for a chilly fall day. For a festive twist, garnish with a cinnamon stick.
Recipe courtesy of https://www.kahlua.com/en-us/drinks/pumpkin-spice-latte/
Ingredients:
1 cup of ice cubes
1 part Kahlúa
1 part absolut vodka
2 whole espresso shots
1 tsp pumpkin spice syrup
2 parts milk
Cinnamon sticks -optional
Instructions:
Add all ingredients into a shaker with plenty of ice.
Shake for 15-20 seconds to get that smooth, velvety foam.
Strain into a glass, ensuring you don’t forget that beautiful foam.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick.
Next up is the Apple Cider Mimosa. This refreshing cocktail is perfect for brunch or any other occasion. Combine apple cider and champagne for a bubbly treat that’s sure to please. You can rim the glass with cinnamon sugar and garnish it with an apple slice to make it more festive.
Ingredients:
2 ounces of apple cider
1 bottle of Champagne or Prosecco
Cinnamon sugar – optional
Granny smith apples – optional
Instructions
Chill the apple cider and champagne.
Dip the rim of a glass in water, then in cinnamon.
Cut the apple into medium size slices.
Pour about 2 ounces or fill half the glass with cider. Top with Champagne or Prosecco.
Garnish with apple slices.
The next cocktail is the Pomegranate Margarita. This tangy twist on a classic margarita is perfect for any party or gathering. To make it, combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and pomegranate juice. Garnish with a lime wedge or pomegranate seeds.
Ingredients:
Ice cubes
2 ounces of pomegranate Juice
2 ounces of your preference tequila
1/2 ounce of Cointreau Orange Liqueur
1/2 ounce of simple or agave syrup
1 ounce of fresh lime juice
Lime wedges-optional
Pomegranate seeds-optional
Margarita Salt or sugar-optional
Instructions
Chill the pomegranate Juice.
Mix chilled pomegranate juice, tequila, Cointreau orange liqueur, simple or agave syrup, and lime juice in a pitcher.
Mix to combine.
Dip the rim of a glass in lime juice, then in margarita salt or sugar. This is optional and your preference, of course.
Pour mixture into margarita glasses, add ice, and garnish with lime wedges and pomegranate seeds.
If you’re looking for something unique, try the Smoked Maple Manhattan. This sophisticated cocktail pairs rye whiskey with smoked maple syrup and bitters. Serve it up straight or on the rocks with a twist of orange peel. This one will surely impress all your guests.
Recipe courtesy of https://blog.modernistpantry.com/recipes/smoked-maple-manhattan/
Ingredients:
2ounces of Bourbon
2 ounces of Sweet Vermouth
1/4 ounce of 100% Real Maple Syrup
3 Dashes of Bitters
0.3g (1 pinch) Monosodium Glutamate
2 Mists Alice & the Magician “Autumn Bonfire” Cocktail Aromatic
Instructions:
Place 4-5 ice cubes, bourbon, sweet vermouth, maple syrup, and MSG in a beaker.
Use a bar spoon to stir the drink until the cocktail has chilled, about 10 seconds.
Cover the beaker with a cocktail strainer and pour the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer. The second strainer will prevent any ice shards from further diluting the drink.
Mist the top of the glass with the Alice and the Magician “Autumn Bonfire” Cocktail Aromatic spray.
For a refreshing drink, try an Autumn Gin Fizz. This cocktail is made with gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg whites. It's perfect for sipping by a cozy fire on a chilly autumn night.
Ingredients:
Ice cubes
2 ounces of gin
1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice
3/4 ounce of simple syrup
1 egg white
1 ounce of club soda
Instructions:
Add the gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white to a shaker and shake for about 15 seconds.
Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
Double-strain into a glass and top with club soda.
Garnish with a lemon twist.
Last but not least is the Hot Toddy. This warming drink is made with whiskey (or rum), water, honey, and spices such as cinnamon and cloves. It’s the perfect way to fight off a cold or enjoy a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
1.5 ounces of rum
2 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tbsp of honey
1/3 cup of water
Lemon slices -optional
Cinnamon sticks-optional
Instructions:
Boil water and pour hot water into a mug.
Add rum, honey, and lemon juice and stir until the honey dissolves.
You may add more honey if needed.
Garnish with a lemon slice or cinnamon stick.
So what are you waiting for? Mix up one of these fall cocktails today and enjoy!
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