A bourbon cocktail topped with a marshmallow and placed alongside a bottle of bourbon

16 autumn cocktails

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As the nights draw in, sip on these warming cocktails that make the most of autumnal produce and occasions

Our seasonal collection includes all sorts of sultry sippers. For an autumn rum cocktail with a twist, try our rum negroni for a softer take on the classic cocktail. Those looking for an autumn gin cocktail should try our fresh and fruity bramble cocktail – perfect for parties. Elsewhere, we've got everything from a spiced sidecar to a zesty orange hot chocolate for you to try. Discover our Halloween recipes for spooky treats and festive drinks to make your celebrations extra special.

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Kit out your home bar with the best cocktail accessories and our picks of the best cocktail shakers, then check out our favourite cocktail glasses and whisky glasses.

For more autumnal inspiration, see our best autumn home decor ideas, best autumn travel breaks for food lovers and our guide to how to make the most of autumn ingredients. If you're after hearty, warming dishes to match the season, explore our halloween cocktails alongside our of autumn recipes for comforting meals, bakes, and seasonal treats.

16 autumn cocktail recipes

Fig and grapefruit cocktail

Crème de figue liquor adds a delicately spiced flavour to this celebratory cocktail, which also comes laced with grapefruit gin and champagne. Garnish with fresh figs, perfectly in season in autumn.

Two cocktails set against a festive background

Añejo tequila old fashioned

This twist on an old fashioned swaps whisky for tequila. It works beautifully with any barrel-aged spirit – try doing the same with dark rum or cognac.

An old fashioned cocktail on a white marble table

Spiced rum manhattan

Using spiced rum instead of whisky in a manhattan adds a warming richness and smoothness to this classic cocktail.

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Boulevardier

Think of the boulevardier as the negroni getting an autumnal makeover, where using bourbon instead of gin adds a rich, rounded edge to the drink. See more bourbon cocktail recipes.

A dark red cocktail in a tumbler with a twist of orange peel on the rim

Bramble cocktail

Make autumnal blackberries – fresh and in liqueur form – the hero ingredient in this fruity, zesty cocktail.

A bramble gin cocktail served in a short glass next to a few blackberries

Campfire cocktail

The smells and tastes of an autumn bonfire inspired this evocative cocktail, which gets sweet and smoky notes from marshmallow syrup and peaty Lagavulin.

A bourbon cocktail topped with a marshmallow and placed alongside a bottle of bourbon

Fig bellini

If a peach bellini is your idea of summer in a champagne flute, this will be the taste of autumn – it's made with blended figs and hazelnut liqueur.

Fig bellini in a cocktail glass ganished with a piece of fig

Bourbon and apple fizz

Bourbon and apples are a winning pairing in this easy-drinking whisky cocktail that makes for a delicious autumn aperitif.

An apple cocktail in a tall glass

Rum negroni

Swap gin for rum in this softer take on a negroni – decant into a hip flask for sipping on autumn walks. We've got lots more rum cocktail recipes to try.

Two rum negronis in a short glass

Blackberry whisky

This whisky is a great way of using up foraged blackberries. Infuse an affordable blended scotch with the fruit and toasted spices for a warming seasonal liqueur.

A glass bottle filled with blackberry whisky next to a full glass

Beetroot mezcalita

Pickled brine is the secret ingredient in this vibrant beetroot mezcalita, perfect for kicking off the weekend. It wouldn't be complete with the salt rim, made by mixing Tajín seasoning with sugar.

Two short glasses filled with beetroot mezcalita with salt on the rim

Espresso martini

Cooler evenings need a cocktail with a kick! This classic espresso martini, made with fresh espresso and vodka, will perk you up in no time. If you love an espresso martini, check out our espresso martini cheesecake recipe.

A martini glass filled with espresso martini on a grey background

Orange hot chocolate

This rich and creamy drink is lifted by a dash of zingy citrus. You can also add a tot of spiced rum for extra boozy indulgence. For vegans, try our vegan hot chocolate recipe.

Two mugs of hot chocolate, next to a jug of milk and shots of spiced rum

Spiced sidecar

We love adding spices to our autumn food and drink – make your own spice-infused brandy for this warming-cold weather cocktail.

Sidecar cocktail in a coupe glass with a bottle of red liquid behind

Beetroot, apple and ginger juice

Use the seasonal beetroot and apples in your veg box to make this refreshing and rejuvenating juice. See more juice recipes.

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Two full glasses of beetroot, apple and ginger juice

Manhattan cocktail

Stronger, spirit-forward cocktails are perfect for sipping slowly. Savour this classic drink, made with bourbon or rye whisky, on chilly evenings in front of the fire.

A Manhattan cocktail served in a coupe glass

Authors

Hannah GuinnessSenior sub editor and drinks writer

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