7 essential fall drinks to get your fire pit party started
Whether you're calling friends for a s'mores party around the fire pit or packing the cooler to catch the best weekend fall festivals, these drinks suit every-crisp weather occasion. First off, the colors are gorgeous. Just like fall leaves! Each one also packs cozy flavors. Some are sippers to pour over ice; others you'll want to cup in a big mug. All seven carry good cheer right through Halloween parties, Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving. Heck, you'll probably still be pouring them for Christmas and the coldest winter nights when you need a little extra cheer.
Espresso Martini
We took the drink that’s been blowing up Google and TikTok and made it not only ridiculously easy to prepare and lower in alcohol. Mind you, it’s OK to add that shot of vodka, but this version with port wine is so tasty, you won’t miss the 80-proof kick.
Pumpkin Spice Spritz
Sit back and peep some fall leaves with this gorgeous spritz that layers the colors and flavors of the season. Pum'kin wine, apple whiskey, a touch of caramel and a splash of hard cider harmonize in a fizzy, refreshing drink garnished with apples, pears and a cinnamon stick.
Port Ginger Fizz
Everyone searches for the best gravy and mashed potato recipes for Thanksgiving, but the cocktails are just as important. Our Port Ginger Fizz with spiced rum is an on-the-rocks special full of cozy, warm holiday happiness.
Apple Cider Mimosa
Time to rethink brunch. Around the fire pit! With mugs of butternut squash soup, sweet potato pancakes, applewood-smoked bacon-wrapped dates, cranberry pumpkin bread and the bottomless apple mimosa. Rim the glass in a blend of brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice.
Pum'kin Spiked Latte
Wine + espresso + Pumpkin = Yes! This warm, cozy, triple-flavor pumpkin delight is the perfect combination of traditional fall flavors with the extra added yum of Duplin Pum'kin wine, which only shows up for a limited time in fall.
Double-Punch Party Punch
Plan a day to do nothing but watch the leaves change and squirrels bury nuts in the backyard. Cinnamon whisky and extra-spicy ginger ale give this drink refreshing fall flavor on the rocks.
Mulled Wine Slushie
Every year in the Carolinas, when the fall season arrives, you never know whether to put on shorts with a tee or jeans with a flannel. We understand the struggle, so we created this drink that makes the best of both chilly mornings and toasty afternoons.
