Fall Inspired Cocktails
As we say goodbye to summer and embrace all the new flavors fall has to offer we need to re-think our cocktails. Enjoying a relaxing drink goes hand in hand with our mood, which can easily be determined by the climate around us. As a we start to feel a chill in the air, our mood might reflect a desire to drink and eat something that appropriately fits the season. Here are some suggestions to get you started.
Apple Cider Sangria
Wine is not the star of this sangria. With apples at its peak it’s only natural to design a delicious sangria highlighting them. Spike your favorite apple cider with apple brandy and add some zesty lemon juice to bring out its flavor.
Recipe: (makes 4 servings)
- 12 oz. apple brandy
- 1 pint of your favorite apple cider
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 gala apple chopped
Apple Moscow Mule
The ever popular Moscow Mule can still be present during the fall. Instead of mixing your traditional vodka, use an apple infused vodka, or an apple flavored one; add a splash of apple cider to this classic for some extra flare.
Recipe: (Makes 1 serving)
- 2 oz. apple flavored vodka
- 4 oz. ginger beer
- 1/4 fresh lime juice
- serve over ice
- garnish with an apple slice and lime
Old-Fashioned Spiced Cranberry
Tart cranberries, paired with orange has fall is here written all over it. What makes this old favorite unique is using cranberries and Aperol. Viola! An autumn spin on an old fashion.
Recipe: (Makes 1 serving)
- muddle orange, sugar, bitter, and cranberries
- 2 oz. Aperol
- 1 oz. soda water
- serve on the rocks
- garnish with an orange slice and cranberries
Peartini
Tree fruit is in full harvest and our cocktails are reaping the benefits. Mix pear infused vodka with a pear nectar, simple syrup for sweetness and fresh lemon juice to balance this martini out.
Recipe: (makes one serving)
- 2 1/2 oz. Pear infused vodka
- 1/2 oz. pear nectar
- 1/4 oz. simple syrup
- a splash of lemon juice
- shake well and serve straight-up in a chilled glass
- garnish with pear slices
For those of you that still want your pumpkin flavor this season enjoy this recipe for the ultimate autumn drink: The Great Pumpkin....its winter sister is eggnog.
We hope you enjoy these great cocktails this season.
If you happen to be hosting a party this season here are some great appetizers to pair with our cocktails. http://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/g3496/fall-appetizers/
Happy Sipping