27 Thanksgiving Cocktails & Drink Recipes Full of Boozy Fall Flavor

These are some of our favorite Thanksgiving cocktails.

Cranberry Zinger Jam Jar Cocktail

We love jam and we love cocktails, so why not put them together? This cranberry zinger (which is basically the queen of Thanksgiving mixed drinks) will certainly make you feel all kinds of bubbly. All you gotta do is pour your favorite gin and cranberry juice over ice, and then top with a spoonful of your go-to jam. Then just top it off with ginger ale and you're done! (via Brit + Co)

Pomegranate Ginger Beer Cocktail

Ginger has just the right amount of warmth to keep you toasted — er, toasty — during holiday gatherings. This delicious ginger beer concoction will be a total crowd pleaser at all your Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving gatherings. (via Brit + Co)

Two Ingredient Apple Cider Mimosas

If mimosas (especially apple cider mimosas) don't scream fall brunch, then we don't know what does. Now you'll have the perfect drink to sip on while basting the turkey. Plus, since it's only two ingredients, you don't have to worry about trying to put together a complex Thanksgiving cocktail recipe while also preparing dinner. That sounds like a win-win if you ask us. (via Wholefully)

Salted Caramel Apple Martini

Martinis make us feel sophisticated and mysterious, but there's one thing that's no mystery: cocktail hour will never be the same after you serve this sweet and tart drink to your family and friends. All you *really* need is a little caramel vodka and apple cider and you're good to go. Don't forget to chill your martini glasses beforehand (don't serve the drinks with ice!) to keep things cool. (via Home & Plate)

nespresso White Russian

Combining booze with coffee makes it somewhat more acceptable to knock one back during that late-morning, gathering-before-dinner time period, no? We love any excise to get cozy with nespresso, and this White Russian concoction will have you feeling all the warm, Thanksgivingy vibes. (via Brit + Co)

Rum Toddy

This cocktail recipe is great because there's a good chance you already have the majority of the ingredients in your kitchen! Just put everything you need in a thermos, stir, and you're good to go. Not only will toddies keep you warm on cold days, but they're good for sore throats and fighting the chills if you're feeling under the weather. (via Brit + Co)

Apple Cider Mojito Recipe

Mojitos might usually be a summer drink for you but the addition of apple cider makes this one of the best Thanksgiving cocktails. You might be tempted to skip out on the key ingredient of this mojito, cinnamon simple syrup, if you don't have it in your kitchen already, but it's totally worth the extra trip to the grocery store. This drink is also loaded with fresh mint and cinnamon sticks for a flavor combo you can't miss. (via JoLynn Shane)

Cranberry Pear Ginger Fizz

Swap your cranberry sauce for a cranberry cocktail complete with ginger beer, pears, and limes. Make sure you keep some whole cranberries and rosemary sprigs for the finishing touch. Even if you've never made cocktails before, this drink is so easy that anyone can make it! (via Brit + Co)

Apple Cider Moscow Mule

Everyone knows that what makes a Moscow mule a true mule is the ginger beer. Well, with this easy Thanksgiving cocktail, what makes it is the hard apple cider instead of the regular kind. However, we are totally in favor of sticking to regular apple cider for all your non-alcoholic babes. Either way, this is one mule you don't want to miss. (via Joyful Healthy Eats)

Convergent Opera Cake

This cold brew concoction is perfect for getting you buzzed in more than one way. It's the perfect after-dinner dose of caffeine you need to avoid a food coma, but it'll also give you all the Thanksgiving feels. (via Brit + Co)

Apple Pie Sangria

Apple pieis a must-have during the holiday season, andsangria is always on our top 10 list. But when you mix them together (plus add the to die for copper mugs), we're 110% all in. This is the *perfect* Thanksgiving beverage to put out in a pitcher and sip on during dinner, while watching the football game, and when cleaning up the dishes. (via Inspired by Charm)

Clementine Whiskey Smash

Sweet clementine juice and rich whiskey are the perfect match in this fun Thanksgiving drink, plus you can adjust the amount of whiskey that goes in depending on how strong you'd like the drink to be. Go easy for a fresh taste or add a bit more if you want something warmer. Now if you don't mind, we'll be singing "Oh My Darling Clementine" for the rest of the week. (via Brit + Co)

Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

We're suckers for all things pumpkin spice, and Thanksgiving is the perfect time to indulge in a little PSL-inspired boozy bevvie. This Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is super easy to make — and even easier to devour. (via Brit + Co)

Would the table be complete without Thanksgiving drinks?

Apple Cider Whiskey Smash

This is an AH-mazing seasonal twist on a traditional whiskey drink. With just three quick ingredients (whiskey, lemon juice, and apple cider) you can make this Thanksgiving-themed drink during the crazy whirlwind of the day before the turkey even comes out of the oven. (via Baked by Rachel)

Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour

We consider November 1 to be the official start of maple season. Even if whiskey isn't your thing, it might be after sampling this cup of Thanksgiving goodness. If your feast is missing a classic cocktail, not only have you *just* found it, but you'll never have another Thanksgiving without it. Plus, a little maple syrup goes a long way when you're working with maple cocktails! (via Cookie + Kate)

Cranberry Margaritas

Cranberries might be reminiscent of Christmas, but cranberry sauce is basically a Thanksgiving delicacy…which is why we had to give this margarita our stamp of approval. The squeeze of lime and the salted rim puts this cocktail over the edge, and if you want to get extra fancy, there's also a recipe to make your own homemade cranberry juice. (via Gimme Some Oven)

Wild Turkey Cocktails

Now, we know what you're thinking: "There is no way I'm drinking a cocktail that has turkey in it." But you don't have to worry because the 'wild turkey' in this recipe comes from Wild Turkey American Honey! Make one for an afternoon apéritif or an evening drink once the kids have gone to bed. Now the only question is, who let the (wild) turkeys out?! (viaBrit + Co)

Bourbon + Spiced Pear Cocktail

Who knew pear was the new hot holiday flavor? Well, we're glad we found out because, with herbs like sage and thyme topped off with allspice and cinnamon, we're totally in love. Not only does the ginger liqueur give this drink a little extra kick but including agave means that it's sugar-free. (via Holly & Flora)

Cranberry is the New Black Cocktail

From cranberry sauce to cranberry garlands, this red berry is definitely a holiday season staple. And now you can add it to yourbar cart! Think of this as an upgraded vodka cranberry, with a more sophisticated look. If you're not able to get black vodka, just sub black food coloring to achieve the same finished product. (via Brit + Co)

Cranberry + Cinnamon Whiskey Sour

If you're really craving some sweetness, this is the drink you should go for. It calls for two cups of cranberries AND two cups of sugar to get four cocktails, it's safe to say you'll be perked up after just a few sips. Plus the combo of cranberry and cinnamon is the thing that fall dreams are made of. (via Baker by Nature)

Salted Caramel White Russian

This cocktail is creamy, sweet, and totally dessert-like, which makes it a great addition to post-dinner conversation. You could literally forget the pies and cobblers (but what's Thanksgiving without some pies?) and just drink this instead. Don't worry if you're dairy-free, just swap the caramel for a coconut caramel sauce instead. (via The Sweetest Occasion)

Chai Hot Toddy

If you're not a huge pumpkin person, then you have to try this spiced, creamy Thanksgiving-themed cocktail while you wait for eggnog season. Your classic chai gets a makeover with some spiced rum and cinnamon-infused milk (YUM!) that give it a whole new holiday edge. You can also experiment with different spices and adding in a shot of espresso to change things up. (via Brit + Co)

From Vodka to Whiskey, we've prepared Thanksgiving Cocktail Recipes for Everyone! Which one is your favorite?

Slow Cooker Spiced Wine

OOOOOOOH, this warm drink gives us all the feels. Red wine and brandy warmed in a crockpot with spices and orange sounds like total heaven to us. Not to mention that you can leave this in the Crock Potthroughout the day with a ladle so your guests can help themselves and you don't have to worry about it. (viaWell Plated)

Apple Cide-car Cocktail

As far as we're concerned, apple cider season should last all winter long. This easy cocktailonly has four ingredients (apple cider, brandy, Cointreau, and lemon juice) which means there's no excuse to not have this on your Thanksgiving menu! A simple alternative for the under-21 crew? Nix the alcohol but keep the glasses for an upscale apple cider mocktail. (via Brit + Co)

Spiced Cider Margaritas

For many, the lime margarita is a staple on Taco Tuesday, but maybe it's time to mix it up? We think YES. Cozy up by the fire with a glass of this spiced cider that's spiked with tequila and garnished with cinnamon sticks and apples. That — and the cinnamon sugar rim — sounds right up our alley. (via Domesticate Me)

S'moretini

Whether it's too cold to sit outside and snack on some s'mores or you don't have a fire pit to roast marshmallows (although Gilmore Girlsdid show us how to use our stovetops...), this cocktail is a great alternative to the sticky, tasty dessert. And the chocolate andgraham cracker coating on the rim is just the cherry on top. (via Brit + Co)