Every year, I look forward to the autumn season, and not just for the pumpkin spice lattes…though they are certainly at the top of the list!
Of course, I enjoy all of the other lovely things about this season…the cozy sweaters, beautiful colors, crisp cool air, and the smell of neighbors using their fire places for the first time in months.
While I do love the summer months and I’m always sad to see them go, I switch to full on fall mode as soon as September 1st comes around.
This is when the slow cooker gets used the most for chili, and mouth watering soups. It’s the time we start thinking about the upcoming holiday season and plans for the dinners we will be hosting.
And it’s also the time of year you can expect to find me sitting in my porch rocking chair, with a drink that warms my soul.
Between the spiced lattes, hot ciders, and delicious bourbon based cocktails, I start wishing the fall season was just a little longer!
All of that being said, we decided to round up 40 of our top favorite fall drinks you will find yourself craving all year long. Whether it be a rich coffee drink of sorts or a spicy cocktail, these are recipes you will be excited to offer at your next tailgate party or holiday dinner.
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Coffee Drinks
1. Apple Crisp Macchiato (Starbucks copycat)
Everything about this recipe makes you want to stop everything you’re doing and make yourself one of these delicious treats! I don’t know if it’s the apple brown sugar syrup, the blonde espresso, or the creamy oat milk that makes this drink so mouth watering.
Whatever the case might be, Starbucks definitely got things right with this drink. Yum!
2. Honey Spiced Latte
Made with honey, molasses, and seasonal spices, this latte is exactly what you need on a cool fall day. Light, tasty, and easy to make. Add a touch of whipped cream to finish it off, and enjoy!
3. Mocha Mint Coffee
This is the perfect cozy drink for when you can’t decide between coffee and hot cocoa. It blends the two together beautifully with the added peppermint accents to finish it off.
Add a little peppermint schnapps to the recipe and it makes the perfect boozy holiday drink to serve at parties. Delicious!
4. Maple Cinnamon Latte
Maple and cinnamon flavors naturally go together, and this drink makes that all the more clear. Add a bit of frothed milk and whipped cream…you’ve really got yourself a yummy treat for those chilly days. Easy to make too!
5. Toasted White Chocolate Mocha (Starbucks copycat)
This is a nice little change for those who enjoy white chocolate. This recipe blends together white mocha sauce, caramel sauce, and white chocolate chips to create the perfect fall treat. Add a bit of whipped cream and enjoy!
6. Smoked Butterschotch Latte
Butterscotch is one of my favorite flavors of all time, so I’m all about this recipe. Especially since it involves just 5 ingredients, and about 5 minutes of time!
With the added caffeine boost, this is a delicious treat to keep you warm and awake on a chilly day.
7. Slow Cooker Gingerbread Mocha
Mmm…gingerbread. The fact that this yummy drink can be made right in the slow cooker makes it that much more appealing.
With the perfect blend of chocolate milk, molasses, gingerbread creamer, and coffee, this treat is one you will revisit a few times over.
8. Hot Buttered Rum Coffee
This delicious drink is a classic holiday drink, with a coffee twist. It involves brown sugar, butter, rum, and a mix of seasonal spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
Did I mention butter?
The cream balances the flavors out, making this the perfect dessert drink along side some yummy baked treats.
9. Matcha Latte
If you are a fan of tea, this Matcha latte is a must try. It is made primarily of Matcha green tea powder and frothed milk, with a hint of honey (or maple syrup).
It’s a rich and creamy drink with herbal notes and a bright green color. It’s also a very popular drink and one that plays a large part in the Japanese culture.
Yummy goodness, with history!
10. Caramel Crunch Frappuccino
This yummy frappuccino is more than a coffee drink. It’s a decadent dessert you will come back to time and again. It involves just 5 quick ingredients and is finished with a crunchy caramel topping.
Hot Drinks (w/out Coffee)
11. Hot Buttered Cider
With a decadent brown sugar spiced butter as the main ingredient, this delicious rum drink will instantly warm your soul on a chilly evening. Top with whipped cream and grated nutmeg for the final finishing touch. Yum!
12. Warm Cider Punch
This easy apple cider punch can be served hot or cold, and makes the perfect signature drink for holiday parties. With just a few seasonal spices added, this drink will become the star of any gathering.
Kid friendly and delicious, especially when topped with whipped cream!
13. Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
I can never get enough of caramel…love it! When you combine caramel with chocolate chips and cream, you get a wonderfully delicious hot chocolate drink the whole family will love.
Top with a bit of whipped cream and extra drizzle of caramel sauce…perfection!
14. Mulled Cider
Any occasion during the fall months, is a good occasion for mulled cider. Make it as a signature drink for your next holiday gathering or even game day.
With the most fragrant, traditional spices and fresh cranberries, this favorite drink is always a cozy addition to a chilly day.
15. London Fog
I love Earl Grey tea, and I’ve never met a recipe involving lavender, that I didn’t like! That’s why I knew this drink would become a favorite.
The smokiness of the tea, combined with the honey, blossoms, and frothy milk, make this treat perfect for curling up to watch your favorite show on a chilly fall day .
16. Tahini Hot Chocolate
This creamy, decadent fall drink is a delicious spin on hot chocolate. It features coconut milk, chocolate pieces, honey, vanilla, and toasted sesame seeds. Topped with whipped cream and chocolate curls, this indulgent treat is the perfect dessert on a cool evening.
Yes, I said dessert.
17. Golden Milk
This creamy Indian drink blends coconut milk, almond milk, with tumeric and ginger for spice. It is easy to make, tasty, and comes with many health benefits. A simple, yet delicious treat for the fall months.
18. Masala Chai
Another Indian drink, Masala Chai is essentially a black tea, only creamier and better!
It’s accented by cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. It’s made with milk and tea bags, and is super easy to make. It has long been a favorite hot drink for the autumn season.
19. Spiced Hot Oatmeal Drink (Avena Caliente)
Everything about the title of this drink, calls my name!
Oatmeal flavored milk, spices, and brown sugar are the main ingredients of this creamy treat. It’s delicious and soul warming…everything you crave during the cool autumn months.
20. Spiced Chai Hot Chocolate
This rich and creamy drink is smooth, indulgent, and makes the perfect dessert or quick afternoon treat. Accented with the usual fall spices (cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves), this chocolaty spin on Chai, will become your new favorite. Yum!
Non-Alcoholic
21. Pumpkin Milkshakes
We made these delicious treats just last week, and I enjoyed every drop of that guilty pleasure! It’s like liquid pumpkin pie…I dare say, better than a pumpkin spice latte! Don’t hate me…lol.
22. Cranberry Fizz
Ah, yes. Cranberry is a flavor most of us think about when the fall months arrive. The best part about this refreshing drink is that it is light, bubbly, and easy to make. Just when you think it’s perfect, the sugar and cinnamon rim takes it up a notch!
23. Apple Pie Punch
This fruity seasonal drink does exactly what it indicates…remind you of delicious apple pie.
With just 4 quick ingredients, this non-alcoholic punch combines apple cider, pear nectar, gingerale, and chopped apples. It’s refreshing and a drink everyone will love for Thanksgiving dinner.
24. Apple Ginger Fizz
This delightful fizz combines fall flavors like apples and cinnamon. It goes even further with a mint spin and gingerale to balance it all out. Refreshing, easy to make, and perfect when you want something cold to drink on an autumn day.
25. Hot Cider Nog (Without Bourbon)
I must admit, I was a bit skeptical when I first came across this recipe. I love both, eggnog and apple cider. But to put them together? That can’t be real, right?
Oh, but it is. And it’s delicious!
Add in brown sugar, fall spices, and whipped cream…wow!
This is the non-alcoholic version. To make it boozy, just add the bourbon called for. Either way…yum!
26. Apple Cider Floats
Wait. Did you say yummy apple cider turned float?
I’m there for sure!
This recipe calls for everything you would expect…ice cream, apple cider, cinnamon, and whipped cream. Drizzle with caramel sauce, and you have a delicious dessert the whole family will love.
27. Apple Cider Sangria
This fruit filled sangria is not only refreshing and light, but it’s also non-alcoholic, making it perfect for any holiday gathering.
Use fresh, in season fruit like apples, pomegranate, and cranberries. Add a sugar rim for the final touch and enjoy!
28. Iced Vanilla Latte
Vanilla flavor is a favorite for many, and this copycat Starbucks recipe is just the right pick me up for a cool fall day when you’re not in the mood for a hot drink.
With just a few ingredients, you can indulge any day of the week.
29. Caramel Apple Mocktail
Who doesn’t like caramel apples? Sooo good!
This mocktail is a mouth watering alternative to the apple treat itself.
Using only apple cider, caramel sauce, and ginger beer, this drink has all of the seasonal flavors you could want, with very little time or effort. Yum!
30. Harry Potter Pumpkin Juice
Harry Potter fan or not, the ingredients this recipe calls for, is sure to be a tasty treat for anyone.
It combines apple cider, pumpkin puree, and brown sugar, with a touch of vanilla and pumpkin pie spice. It’s easy to make and can be served hot or cold. Delicious for any fall day or holiday gathering.
Alcoholic Cocktails
31. Mulled Wine
Mulled wine on a chilly day, is always a delicious way of warming up!
This recipe calls for red wine, apple cider, honey, and the usual autumn spices. It can be made right in the slow cooker for an easy drink option at your next party.
32. Maple Old Fashioned
This classic drink is everything you love about an Old Fashioned, but with a smooth maple twist.
The maple complements the rich bourbon nicely, and the touch of bitters balances it all out for a refreshing drink on a chilly day.
33. Brandy Alexander
This creamy drink is not only made with few ingredients, but it comes with quite a history as well! It combines cognac and creme de cacao with a bit of cream and nutmeg for garnishing.
Simple. Easy. Cozy. Conversation starter too!
34. Cranberry Orange Sangria
Bright, festive, and fruity, this refreshing sangria is yet another fall favorite. With apple, orange, and cranberry tones, this recipe involves just a few minutes of time, and makes the perfect signature drink for your next holiday party.
35. Double Chocolate Martini
If you’ve never had one of these decadent drinks, now is the perfect time!
This creamy drink calls for vodka, chocolate liqueur, and creme de cacao, with a touch of chocolate syrup. It is finished with maraschino cherries for the final effect. Absolutely delicious!
36. Viennese Coffee
This classic coffee drink only calls for a few ingredients, but it comes with plenty of traditional flavor. It’s a simple gourmet drink without going overboard. Perfect way to warm up on a chilly day.
37. Apple Cider Shandy
This delicious fall drink mixes 2 different apple cider, wheat beer, with a sugar and cinnamon rim for the finishing touch. It’s simple and easy to make, with all of the seasonal flavors you look for.
38. Maple Bourbon Smash
Bourbon, orange juice, and maple syrup are the main ingredients in this seasonal recipe. It similar to an old fashioned, but with the added sweetness of the maple syrup.
Garnish with an orange or lemon peel, and enjoy!
39. Chai Espresso Martini
Just when you think it can’t get any better, this indulgent treat comes along to entice you.
This martini not only calls for Chai honey syrup, but it goes further by including Kahlua and coconut milk. It is finished with a vanilla sugar rim, and makes for the perfect holiday drink.
40. Spicy Bourbon Pumpkin Smash
Everything about this delicious concoction, speaks Autumn!
Orange clementine juice, bourbon, and spiced pumpkin syrup are the main ingredients of this delicious drink.
The syrup is made of pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and maple syrup, putting this drink at the top of the fall favorites. Yum!
Final Thoughts
I don’t about you, but I see a bunch of these mouth watering treats in my near future. It’s time for a shopping trip, I think!
Don’t forget to let us know what your favorite fall drink is, from this yummy list. If you put your own spin on it, we want to hear about that too!
