26 Fall Drink Recipes for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Beyond
I absolutely love fall drinks. Give me anything with pumpkin spice, apple, cinnamon or caramel in it and I’m happy! There’s just something about making a cosy drink at home that makes it properly feel like fall.
I’ve put together some of my favourites here and there’s a real mixture. Obviously there are plenty of pumpkin drinks (I couldn’t do a fall drinks roundup without those!), but I’ve also included apple cider drinks, lattes, hot chocolates, milkshakes and some really easy mocktails.
There are a few boozy ones in here too, plus plenty that the whole family can enjoy. Some are perfect for curling up on the sofa on a chilly evening and others would be great for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving or just because you fancy making something a bit more exciting than your usual coffee.
Why You’ll Love These Recipes
- There’s something for everyone – I’ve included everything from cosy hot chocolates and lattes to milkshakes, mocktails and a few boozy options too.
- They’re full of fall flavours – Think pumpkin spice, apple cider, caramel, cinnamon, maple and all those flavours that instantly make it feel like fall.
- Most of them are really easy to make – You definitely don’t need to be a barista to make a good fall drink at home! Most of these are pretty straightforward and use easy-to-find ingredients.
- They’re perfect for different occasions – Some are lovely for a quiet afternoon at home, while others would be perfect for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving or having friends over.
- There are plenty of Starbucks-style drinks – I love being able to recreate coffee shop favourites at home, especially when I don’t fancy paying coffee shop prices every time!
- You don’t have to wait for cold weather – There are plenty of iced and blended drinks in here too, which is ideal when it technically feels like fall but the weather hasn’t quite got the memo.
1. Caramel Apple Dirty Sprite
This is such a fun one for fall, with sweet caramel and apple flavors mixed into fizzy Sprite. It’s really easy to throw together too, so it’s perfect when you fancy something a little different without much effort.
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If you love Cinnamon Toast Crunch, this one is definitely worth trying. It’s thick, creamy and packed with that sweet cinnamon flavor, so it feels like a proper treat rather than just a drink.
GET THE RECIPE3. Copycat Chick-fil-A Caramel Crumble Milkshake
Caramel and fall just seem to go together, and this is a really fun way to enjoy it. It’s thick and creamy with plenty of caramel flavor and that crunchy topping makes it feel extra indulgent.
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Not every fall drink has to be pumpkin or apple! This one is cool, creamy and full of vanilla flavor, and it’s a really easy way to make a coffee shop favorite at home.
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Maple and pecan give this such a lovely fall feel without needing to reach for the pumpkin spice. It’s sweet, creamy and full of warming chai flavors, but served over ice for those warmer fall days.
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This is where fall starts to edge into the holiday season, and I’m definitely not complaining! It’s rich and creamy with all those lovely warm spices, plus plenty of pumpkin flavor to give it an autumn twist.
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You can’t really have a collection of fall drinks without this classic making an appearance! It’s warm, creamy and full of pumpkin and cozy spices, and it’s so easy to make at home.
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I love a slow cooker drink when I’m making something for more than a couple of people. This one is really rich and creamy, with white chocolate, pumpkin and plenty of warm fall spice.
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Apple cider gets a grown-up twist here with a little fizz added in. It’s really simple to make but feels special enough for a fall brunch, Thanksgiving or when you’ve got friends over.
10. Apple Cider Mocktail
Here’s a really easy one when you want something that feels a bit special without any alcohol. It’s fruity, fizzy and full of apple flavor, making it a lovely option for fall parties or Thanksgiving.
GET THE RECIPE11. Biscoff Milkshake
If you’re a Biscoff fan, you’re going to love this one. It’s thick and creamy with that lovely caramelized cookie flavor that works so well at this time of year.
12. Cranberry Lime Mocktail
The cranberry and lime combination makes this one really fresh and fruity, with just the right amount of tartness. It’s a lovely alcohol-free option for fall get-togethers and looks pretty impressive in the glass too.
13. Cranberry Mimosa
Cranberry is such a good flavor for the later part of fall, especially as Thanksgiving gets closer. Add some bubbles and you’ve got a really simple cocktail that feels festive without needing loads of ingredients.
14. Cranberry Spritzer Mocktail
Sometimes you just want something fizzy and refreshing alongside all those cozy fall drinks. The cranberry gives this plenty of seasonal flavor, and it’s an easy alcohol-free drink to serve when you’ve got people over.
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cranberry juice (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
- 1 cup sparkling water (or lemon-lime soda for extra sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- Lemon or orange slices (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
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Fill serving glasses with ice cubes.
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Combine the cranberry juice, sparkling water (or lemon-lime soda), and fresh lime juice. Stir gently to mix.
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Pour the cranberry mixture over the ice in each glass. Garnish with a few fresh cranberries, a lemon slice on the rim, and mint leaves if using.
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Serve immediately while the drink is cold and fizzy. Enjoy your refreshing cranberry spritzer!
15. Fireball Apple Cider
For something with a bit more of a kick, this is a good one to try. The cinnamon whisky works so well with the sweet apple cider and makes it feel very fall without needing lots of extra ingredients.
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As the weather starts getting colder, this is exactly the sort of coffee I want in my mug. It’s warm and creamy with those lovely cinnamon and ginger flavors that make it feel extra cozy.
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk (or any milk alternative)
- 2 shots of espresso (or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee)
- 3 tablespoons gingerbread syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ground nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions:
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Brew 2 shots of espresso or ½ cup of strong coffee and set aside.
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Warm 2 cups of milk in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisking occasionally until it’s steaming. Froth the milk if you like.
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Stir in 3 tablespoons of gingerbread syrup and adjust the sweetness to suit your taste.
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Pour the espresso or coffee into two mugs, then slowly add the warm gingerbread milk on top.
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Sprinkle a little ground nutmeg over each mug to finish.
17. Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
Pumpkin doesn’t always have to come in the form of a latte or hot chocolate. This is a lighter way to get those cozy fall flavors, and it makes a lovely breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up.
18. Oat Milk Caramel Frappe
Caramel is one of those flavors that just seems to fit this time of year perfectly. This is cold, creamy and coffee-packed, with oat milk making it a great alternative to the usual coffee shop version.
19. Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer
Even your everyday morning coffee can get a little fall makeover. A splash of this adds that lovely pumpkin and warm spice flavor without having to make a fancy coffee from scratch.
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Who says milkshakes are just for summer? This one is thick, creamy and full of pumpkin and warm spices, so you still get all those lovely fall flavors in a cold treat.
21. Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate is already one of my favorite cozy drinks, but adding pumpkin takes it to another level. It’s rich and chocolatey with just enough pumpkin and spice to give it that proper fall feel.
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Here’s one for when you want all the fall flavors but something a little more filling too. It’s creamy, packed with pumpkin and warm spices, and an easy way to get some extra protein in at the same time.
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White chocolate and pumpkin are such a good combination when you fancy something really sweet and cozy. It’s creamy and indulgent with plenty of warm spice, and feels like a proper treat on a chilly fall day.
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This one makes me think of sitting around a fire on a chilly fall evening, only you get all those flavors in your coffee instead. Chocolate, marshmallow and coffee are such a good combination, and it feels like a proper cozy treat.
25. Copycat Starbucks Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte
Some fall days are still far too warm for a hot coffee, which is where this one comes in. It’s cool and creamy with plenty of cinnamon flavor, and you can make your coffee shop favorite without leaving the house.
26. Vanilla Latte
Sometimes the simplest coffees are the ones I come back to again and again. This is smooth, creamy and just sweet enough, and it’s really easy to make at home when you don’t fancy a coffee shop run.
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk – of your choice
- 2 tbsp vanilla syrup
- 2 espresso shots
- Whipped cream
Instructions:
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Heat the milk in the microwave for about 2 minutes, or until hot.
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Froth the milk with a milk frother until it’s foamy and has doubled in size.
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Pour the espresso shots and vanilla syrup into your cup.
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Add the hot milk to the cup, reserving the foam.
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Spoon the foam on top.
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Finish with a swirl of whipped cream and enjoy!
I think there’s something about fall that makes drinks a bit more fun! From pumpkin spice and apple cider to caramel, cinnamon and cranberry, there are so many lovely flavors to play around with.
I hope you’ve found a few new ones here to try this fall. I know I’ll be working my way through quite a few of them as soon as the cooler weather arrives!
