8 dangerously delicious fall wedding cocktails

1. 8 Dangerously Delicious Fall Wedding
Cocktails
Chilly fall weather is the perfect excuse to create spiced nutmeg-,
pumpkin- and maple-infusedsignature cocktails for your wedding.
But don't think you have to save these recipes just for your wedding
day—they're sure to be crowd-pleasers whether served at your shower,
rehearsal dinner, or bachelor or bachelorette party. (Or stir one up
with your soon-to-be spouse after a marathon wedding planning

2. session!) But the recipes don't stop here. For even more fall cocktail
ideas.
Pumpkin White Russian
You'll never want a regular White Russian again. Robust Kahlua,
decadent cream and a hint of pumpkin come together in a drink that's
sure to make a bold impact. It's perfect for an elegant hotel wedding
cocktail hour.
What You'll Need:
 Pumpkin-flavored vodka (we used Crop Organic Spiced
Pumpkin)
 Kahlua

3.  Pumpkin pie spice
 Ice
 Heavy cream
Step 1: Add 4 ounces of the pumpkin-flavored vodka to a tumbler
along with 2 ounces of Kahlua and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
Shake to combine.
Step 2: Add a handful of ice to a lowball glass and pour in the drink
mixture, filling the glass halfway. Finish the cocktail by filling the rest
of the glass with heavy cream. Now just stir and serve!
Spiced Red Wine Sangria

4. Sangria might have you dreaming of warmer weather, but this spiced-
wine-infusedversion makes an easy transition from summerto fall.
Add a splash of apple cider and in-season pieces of fruit for the perfect
upgrade on an old favorite.
What You'll Need:
 Spiced red wine (we love Witches Brew from Leelanau Cellars)
 Brandy
 Apple cider
 Diced apple slices
Step 1: Pour a bottle of your spiced red wine of choice into a large
pitcher.
Step 2: Slowly pour in 3/4 of a cup of brandy.
Step 3: Add 1 cup of apple cider and stir before adding a cup of
chopped apple slices to the mix. Let the sangria sit overnight before
serving.

5. Pumpkin Spice Cocktail
We might've finally found a drink to satisfy that never-ending
pumpkin craving. And with only three ingredients on this list, it's a
cinch to make too.
What You'll Need:
 Blue Moon Harvest pumpkin ale
 Sparkling apple cider
 Fireball cinnamon whiskey

6. Step 1: Slowly pour half a bottle of the pumpkin beer into your glass of
choice and wait for the foam to settle.
Step 2: Top the beer with about a quarter of a cup of sparkling cider,
leaving just enough room at the top to add a splash (or two) of the
cinnamon whiskey.Garnish with an orange wedge and enjoy.
Apple Cider Hot Toddy
Warm apple cider is already amazing on its own. Why not take this
autumn favorite up another notch with a little brandy, star anise and
clove?

7. What You'll Need:
 Brandy
 Honey
 Apple cider
 Hot water
 Cloves
 Lemon wedge
 Cinnamon sticks
 Star anise
Step 1: Measure out a shot of brandy and add a teaspoon of honey to a
small mug.
Step 2: Add 1/4 of a cup of apple cider and top with boiling water.
Step 3: Stick 3 to 4 cloves into a lemon wedge and add to the toddy
along with a cinnamon stick and star anise.

8. Orange Maple Whiskey Cocktail
Maple syrup–flavored anything practically screams fall. A sweet
spoonful balances the zesty, woody essence of your traditional Old
Fashioned—prepare to be amazed.
What You'll Need:
 Maple syrup
 Orange bitters
 Orange wedge
 Ice
 Whiskey
 Splash of club soda

9. Step 1: Measure out 2 tablespoons of syrup and add it to a lowball
glass along with 2 dashes of orange bitters. Squeeze an orange wedge
to the mix and muddle slightly before adding a handful of ice.
Step 2: Add 2 ounces of whiskey to the cocktail and top with a splash
of club soda before stirring.
Step 3: Top with fresh orange zest and serve.

10. Apple Cider Margarita
We can't think of a better choice to put your guests in a festive mood
than an apple cider margarita. Serve at your autumn bridal showeror
fiesta-themedwedding for an instant party starter.
What You'll Need:
 Grand Marnier
 Gold tequila (we used the 1800 brand)
 Apple cider

11.  Orange juice
 Ground cinnamon
 Sliced oranges and apples
 Pure cane sugar
 Cinnamon sticks (for garnish)
 Ice
 Pumpkin pie spice
Step 1: Pour out one shot each of both Grand Marnier and tequila, and
add to a cocktail shaker.
Step 2: Add a half cup of cider and a splash of orange juice to the mix.
Not a big fan of OJ? It's okay to take it out completely—just don't
forget the cider!
Step 3: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon and shake to combine.
Step 4: Before pouring, run an orange wedge around the rim of a glass
and dip into a cinnamon-sugar mixture to give your marg a super-
sweet rim. (One tablespoon each of both sugar and cinnamon should
do.)
Step 5: Pour your apple cider margarita over ice and garnish with
either an apple or orange wedge or a cinnamon stick. Add a sprinkle of
pumpkin pie spice and serve.

12. Vanilla Pear Cocktail
This fizzy, refreshingdrink packs a whole lot of sweet flavor. Did we
mention it can be made in under five minutes? Done and done.
What You'll Need:
 Pear-flavored vodka (we used Absolut Pears)
 Pear juice
 Vanilla bean
 Ice
 La Croix Peach-Pear flavored sparkling water

13. Step 1: To make one drink, pour a single shot of the vodka into a
shaker, and mix it with a half cup of pear juice.
Step 2: Place the vanilla bean on a hard surface like a cutting board,
and using a paring knife, slice the vanilla bean lengthwise.Then, using
the knife (or even a spoon), scrape the seeds out of the inside of the
vanilla bean and into the juice mixture. Shake everything to combine.
Step 3: Pour over ice into a highball glass. Top everythingoff by
adding a splash of the flavored sparkling water to your cocktail. Now
just add a straw and enjoy!

14. Apple Cider Bellini
Put a fun twist on your wedding brunch bellinis with crisp apple cider
and a little fig-infusedvodka. For extra flair, add a cinnamon-sugar
rim!
What You'll Need:
 Fig-infused vodka/liquor (we used Mahia)
 Apple cider
 Prosecco

15.  Powdered cinnamon (optional)
 Granulated sugar (optional)
Note: The type of prosecco is up to you—just pick a favorite. Doesn't
matter if it's pricey or less than 10 bucks.
Step 1: Pour a splash (seriously,that's all you need) of the fig vodka
into a shaker and add 3/4 cup of cider to the mix. Shake to combine.
Step 2: Set out your champagne flutes,and pour the cider mixture
about 1/4 of the way into each glass. Top with prosecco and serve.