If you didn’t get the memo that fall is upon from all the pumpkins, the coffee, the surplus of red, orange, and yellow leaves, or the infinity scarves that are every where to be seen, or if maybe you aren’t as excited as we are that it’s time to switch out the short sleeves for long sweaters, perhaps these boozy fall drinks will get you excited for those crisp autumn nights to come.
These recipes are bound to impress all of the women at your wine nights, craft nights, movie nights, or your everyday, casual dinner!
Whiskey Sour Punch
Nothing says fall quite like this bar favorite! Whiskey sours are made of sweet and sour mix, which has a tangy, tart taste, and your choice of whiskey. If you’re having an event that you know a lot of people will attend, we definately recommend this punch to be made in bulk because not only is it delicious and inviting, it’s a drink where you truly can’t go wrong!
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Bourbon Butterbeer
Alright Harry Potter lovers, now is your time! Everyone has dreamed of the day that Butterbeer would become a reality, and that day is finally here! Butterbeer is said to have a taste very similar to butterscotch and caramel, very sweet and very comforting, but this recipe adds an additional, adult twist to it. Toss in some bourbon and ginger beer when making this recipe for the perfect Halloween movie night.
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Caramel Apple Sangria
Now, I am a huge sucker for apple cider in any capacity, whether it’s hot, cold, frozen, or blended, so if you’re like me, then this recipe is right up your ally! This drink is less harsh because it’s contents aren’t exclusively hard liquor. It includes a white wine, our suggestion is Pinot Noir, to give it that pleasant, cozy taste until the last drop. Serve this at a fall bridal shower or a holiday party that occurs during the autumn season!
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Pumpkin Spice Punch
Basics everywhere are rejoicing over this delicious and creamy drink! Our beloved pumpkin spice latte is growing up (*tear slides down cheek*) and we couldn’t be happier. Bailey’s Irish Cream has released a fall favorite flavor of pumpkin spice to give new life to our autumn favorite!
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Kahlua Hot Chocolate
Think this is your everyday, lack luster hot chocolate? Think again. Impress your guests from the first sip to the very last with a traditional favorite that has an added twist. Much like Bailey’s, which is creamy and roasty, Kahlua is rich liquor with a coffee and vanilla taste, making it the perfect autumn and winter drink to serve on those chilly nights where you just want to stay in!
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Fig Bubbly
If you’re having a more formal dinner or you’re just feeling more elegant than usual, we highly recommend this drink! It contains champagne or prosecco, depending on your taste, a tablespoon of sugar, sparkling water, and a slice or two of fresh figs to give it that fruity, fall feel that we all know, love, and crave.
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We hope that these drink suggestions give you that delicious, inspiring kick you need to take your fall to the next level!
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