Fall is here, meaning the leaves are changing to red and gold and the air is getting cooler. It also means it’s the perfect time to incorporate fall flavors into our cocktails. As we leave the hot summer behind, we welcome a season filled with delicious and warming drinks.

In this blog, our team at Rollers Wine & Spirits, a wine and liquor store in Hilton Head Island, goes over some of the best cocktails to try this fall. 

The Art of Fall Mixology

Creating fall cocktails involves more than just adding pumpkin spice to everything. It's about balancing rich and mature spirits with seasonal ingredients like apples, pears, and cranberries. Here are some tips for creating the perfect autumn drink:

1. Start with a strong base spirit like whiskey or spiced rum.

2. Incorporate seasonal fruits and spices.

3. Don't shy away from citrus as it can add brightness to heavier flavors.

4. Experiment with infusions using cinnamon, nutmeg, or clove.

Must-Try Fall Cocktails

Halloween Sangria 

Ingredients

• 3 large Granny Smith apples

• Juice of 1 lemon 

• Ice

• 2 blood oranges, sliced into thin rounds

• 1 c. blackberries

• 1 c. pomegranate seeds

• 1 (750-mL) bottle light red wine, such as Grenache, Gamay, or Pinot Noir

• 3 c. Italian soda, either blood orange, orange, or pomegranate flavor 

• 3 oz. créme de cassis 

• 1 1/2 oz. simple syrup

Directions:

Step 1

Slice apples lengthwise into 1/2"-thick slices. Using a ghost-shaped cookie cutter, cut out 12 ghost-shaped apple pieces. Using a straw or skewer, punch 3 holes into each apple to form eyes and a mouth. Transfer to a medium bowl, add lemon juice, and lightly toss to coat.

Step 2

Fill a large punch bowl with ice. Add apple ghosts, orange slices, blackberries, and pomegranate seeds and gently toss to combine. Add wine, soda, créme de cassis, and simple syrup and stir until combined. Serve cold.

Pumpkin Spice White Russian

Ingredients

3 ounces vodka (2 shots)

3 ounces pumpkin spice creamer (2 shots)

1.5 ounces Kahlúa coffee liqueur (1 shot)

Whipped cream optional, for garnish

Directions: 

Step 1 

Pour vodka, creamer, and kahlua into a large cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake lightly until combined and cold.

• Step 2

• Pour into glasses with ice and top with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice.

Visit Rollers Wine & Spirits for the Best Cocktails, Wine, and Liquor!

Head to Rollers Wine & Spirits for all your mixology needs this fall season. From premium spirits to mixers and garnishes, we have everything you need to create the perfect autumn drinks. 

Stop by one of our locations today and let our staff help you find the perfect ingredients for your fall cocktails! Embrace the season of fall as we explore the best seasonal cocktails to try this year. Visit our wine and liquor store in Hilton Head Island today!