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Autumn is whiskey season. Whiskey pairs well with every season, but there is something that hits differently during those cooler nights in the fall.
Warm and robust, its depth of flavor pairs perfectly with the flavors of the season. The seasonal flavors of apple cider, cinnamon, and even pumpkin are a perfect match for the robust flavor of whiskey.
Fall Whiskey Cocktails
A rich, fall palette – the gold, orange, and brown hues – complement the deep, heartier notes in a flavorful fall cocktail.
Pumpkin, cinnamon, and maple are the most obvious flavors in fall cocktails, but more subtle flavors like pear, and fig balance the warmth of whiskey too. Brown sugar adds sweetness to the bold flavors of fall cocktails.
Whether you’re looking for a cocktail to have on Halloween, or a classic cocktail to share with your family on Thanksgiving, or something to savor in front of a bonfire on a crisp fall day, there is a drink for you.
Get your cocktail shaker ready and scroll below for the best fall whiskey cocktails to make this season.
Fall Spiced Whiskey
This fall spiced whiskey sour features apple cider and whiskey and is the perfect fall drink. It would make a great Thanksgiving cocktail to serve to guests.
The apple cider adds enough sweetness that you don’t need any simple syrup or other added sugar.
The lemon juice cuts the sweetness and enhances the flavor of the whiskey drink.
Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour
This whiskey sour recipe is sweetened with pure maple syrup, which is perfect for this time of year.
The recipe includes plenty of fresh lemon juice and a hefty pinch of ground cinnamon, which offers plenty of fall flavors for the season.
Fall Rye Whiskey
Rye whiskey is naturally spicier, resulting in a spicy kick to the whiskey, often described as having a black pepper finish.
The rye whiskey is the perfect combination with the chai simple syrup.
Apple Butter Whiskey
No fall season is complete without apples. What better way to celebrate the fruit than to add it to a fall cocktail?
It is the perfect fall beverage with whiskey, apple butter, lemon juice, and apple cider.
Apple Cider Whiskey Smash
There is nothing better than a cozy cocktail at the end of a chilly day.
The cocktail is a grown up version of apple cider. It’s sweet, a little sour, and all round delicious.
Cinnamon Cider Whiskey Sour
Coziness in a cocktail glass.
Cinnamon simmering in cider is the foundation of this whiskey drink. Finish off with maple syrup to complete this drink.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick for a touch of fall.
New York Whiskey Sour
One part bourbon and one part full-bodied red wine, this cocktail not only looks great, but its rich and smooth.
It has a sophisticated profile of a very complex cocktail, but very simple to put together.
Maple Whiskey Sour
The maple whiskey sour puts a fall twist on the classic whiskey sour.
The egg whites foam up beautifully and add a gorgeous head of foam to the top of the glass.
Pumpkin Pie Whiskey Sour
Enjoy the flavors of pumpkin spice lattes, but in a cocktail.
With whiskey, a hint of lemon, a touch of pumpkin puree, and a dash of spice, it’s like sipping on a slice of pumpkin pie.
Spicy Bourbon Pumpkin Smash
A cozy cocktail! Homemade spiced pumpkin syrup, mixed with warming bourbon, and orange bitters.
Top it off with bubbly ginger beer for a very special fall cocktail.
Bourbon Ginger Cider
These bourbon ginger cocktails are incredibly well balanced. The apple cider adds nice sweetness, which is contrasted by the tang from the ginger beer and lime juice.
A sprinkle of cinnamon adds the final warming touch of spice that makes these bourbon ginger cider cocktails the kind of drink you want all season.
Cinnamon Apple Bourbon Smash
Homemade spiced cinnamon maple syrup with a pinch of cayenne adds the perfect kick to this cocktail.
Mixed with warming bourbon, lemon, and grapefruit- it is the drink to reach for during the colder months.
Apple Cider Bourbon
The simple syrup is made with cinnamon, allspice, and coriander.
It’s loaded with warm spices and is the perfect pairing in this cocktail, adding a touch of sweetness and a whole love of fall spice.
Fig Bourbon Cider Smash
This cider smash is sweet, citrusy, and warming. Sweet fig preserves and zesty oranges are the perfect start of fall drink.
Spiced Bourbon Punch
Apple cider gets a boost from a homemade spiced simple syrup, while lots of lemon juice brings a zingy, tart balance to the fruity base.
Perfect for a large crowd for the holidays.
Pumpkin Old Fashioned
An old fashioned for pumpkin lovers.
It is very a simple process – combine the bourbon, maple syrup, pumpkin purée, and bitters – serve over fresh ice for a delicious drink.
Maple Old Fashioned
This old fashioned is a well-balanced drink with a festive feel that’s perfect for fall dinner parties, holidays, or cozy nights by the fire.
Apple Cider Old Fashioned
An old fashioned cocktail is simple to make and easy to whip up. Add an apple slice, and a cinnamon stick to add a fall element.
The cinnamon stick is perfect for stirring and infuses even more of that warm fall flavor.
Spiced Honey Old Fashioned
Homemade spiced rosemary and honey simple syrup, mixed with warming bourbon is perfect for cool evenings.
Make a large batch to serve to family and friends over the holidays.
Apple Cider Hot Toddy
A fusion of cozy spices, apple cider, whiskey and hot water are the perfect cold weather drink.
A hot toddy is sometimes used as a home remedy for soothing cold symptoms.
Cinnamon Hot Toddy
A cinnamon tea or a cinnamon syrup can be used as the base of this drink.
Making a cinnamon-infused simple syrup is delightfully easy and is the best part of this hot toddy.
The beauty of a toddy is its endless variation of bases and sweeteners.
