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Thanksgiving is all about gathering with loved ones, sharing good food, and creating memories—but let’s not forget the drinks! Whether you’re hosting a crowd or enjoying an intimate dinner, a festive cocktail can set the mood and complement your holiday feast. From cozy, spiced flavors to bright, refreshing sips, these 12 Thanksgiving-inspired cocktails are designed to bring a little extra cheer to your celebration.
Shake up tradition with a creative twist on the classics, and make this Thanksgiving one to remember—one glass at a time!
Some of these cocktails require some prep but most of them use ingredients you will have on hand without much pre-planning. Enjoy the holiday with friends, family, and a cocktail in your hand!
Pumpkin Spice Martini

This Pumpkin Spice Martini has all the fall flavor you expect in a creamy and decadent martini that’s made with pumpkin spice vodka. This recipe uses pumpkin spice vodka, with half and half, and pumpkin puree. It turns out creamy and rich, but not at all thick, was you might imagine when using puree.
Cranberry Old Fashioned

This Cranberry Old Fashioned is a great way to change up your favorite classic cocktail and get it ready for the holiday season with a sweet cranberry simple syrup. An Old Fashioned is made with Bourbon, bitters, simple syrup, and an orange twist. It’s a classic cocktail for a reason and we think the cranberry simple syrup we add to this cocktail makes it super festive.
Ginger Pear Bourbon Martini

Homemade simple syrup turns this Ginger Pear Bourbon Martini into a seasonal favorite. It’s the ultimate winter cocktail. You’re going to love it as a holiday cocktail. It’s a crowd pleaser and a fun one to serve because it’s unique. This martini has a warm bourbon undertone, with a sweet note from the pear nectar and a spicy finish the ginger simple syrup.
Cinnamon Apple Bourbon Smash

With just 4 ingredients, this Cinnamon Apple Bourbon Smash will put you in the mood for fall with its warming fall flavors. This cocktail is a fun take on a classic whiskey smash, with the addition of apple juice and lime, which go so well with the Bourbon, making it an easy drinking fall cocktail and perfect to serve on Thanksgiving.
Pomegranate French 75 Cocktail

If you like Champagne, this Pomegranate French 75 cocktail is the perfect twist on a classic Champagne cocktail that is both stunning in the glass and deliciously bubbly, with bright Pomegranate juice, lemon juice, Champagne, and gin. It’s a great drink for holiday parties, thanks to its gorgeous red color.
Hard Apple Cider Cocktail

This Hard Apple Cider Cocktail is made with rye and apple cider for an drink that will put you right in the mood for fall. You can easily mix up a big batch of this drink to have on hand for Thanksgiving. Your guest will thank you!!
Spiced Pear Rum Cocktail

This Spiced Pear Rum Cocktail is the perfect blend of warmth and sweetness, a liquid embodiment of autumn making it perfect for Thanksgiving. This cocktail isn’t just a drink; it’s an experience. It’s about embracing the season, enjoying the company of good friends, and savoring each sip. Cheers!
Cinnamon Apple Cider Sangria

When it comes to fall “batch size” cocktails, this Cinnamon Apple Cider Sangria one of the absolute best. It’s a show stopper with its crisp, cold apple flavor and hint of cinnamon. Everyone loves sangria, so this fall version is a hit when served at a get together like Thanksgiving.
Pomegranate Mezcal Margarita

Add Pomegranate juice to these Mezcal Margaritas to give them a fruity boost of flavor. If you’re looking for a twist on a classic margarita, give this Pomegranate Mezcal Margarita to try. The pomegranate juice works so well with the smoky Mezcal. You’ll be wanting more than one, for sure.
Classic Sidecar Cocktail

This is the Classic Sidecar Cocktail Recipe that everyone can get behind. It’s made with just three ingredients, which turn into one of the best cocktails you’ll ever sip. The ingredients are brandy, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. The balance between sweet and sour is what makes this cocktail so satisfying.
Creamy Caramel Apple Martini

This Caramel Apple Martini combines all the fall flavors you adore – apples, cinnamon, and caramel – in one delicious cocktail. You won’t be able to resist this caramel apple martini once you’ve tried it. It’s so good, I can’t stop making it. With the abundance of apple cider in the fall, this cocktail is begging to be made. All you need is apple cider, caramel syrup, and spiced rum.
Blood Orange Moscow Mule

A Blood Orange Moscow Mule is a fun way to brighten up your classic Moscow Mule and try something a little unique. The citrusy flavors are simply delicious. As always, this cocktail has a very good balance of sweet, sour, spicy, and boozy. The spicy ginger mixed with vodka and lime is a perfectly balanced cocktail that’s easy to make and delicious.
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Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.