10 Pumpkin Cocktails to Spice Up Your Fall

Whip up this cozy fall cocktail with homemade spiced pumpkin syrup, warming bourbon, zesty orange and a splash of bitters, all topped off with ginger beer for a bubbly finish.

For a fall twist on a classic cocktail, try this sweet and creamy pumpkin spice White Russian that’s easy to make and even easier to sip. Featuring pumpkin spice creamer for a subtle autumn vibe and a graham cracker rim, it’s the ultimate dessert drink.

For absolutely effortless entertaining, try this 2-ingredient pumpkin cocktail! Simply toss some vodka and a pre-made Starbucks pumpkin latte drink in a cocktail shaker with some ice and shake what your mama gave you. Just so your guests don’t know how little time it took to make, fancy it up with a bit of cinnamon graham cracker dust on the rim and they’ll be none the wiser.

Think holiday dessert, but boozy and served in a fancy chilled glass. Whip up this creamy, sweet cocktail that features real pumpkin puree, maple syrup and pumpkin spice. Don’t forget to add the stick of cinnamon that does double duty as a fancy garnish and natural stirring utensil for that extra “ohhh….ahhhh….” from your guests.

This bright-orange spin on the classic Old Fashioned is barely sweet and bourbon-forward, making it a perfect contrast to most pumpkin cocktails that lean toward the sweet and creamy side. With layers of flavor from vanilla, maple and spice, it’s the ideal slow sipper to enjoy once the crowd heads home after the holiday feast, and you can finally sit back, relax and put your feet up.

A cocktail made with an egg, spirits, butter and beer? This rich, silky and sparkling cocktail blends bourbon, amaretto, pumpkin ale and pumpkin butter with agave nectar and a whole egg, finished off with a light dusting of grated nutmeg for the perfect touch. Don't knock it 'til you try it!

Throw the diet out the window with this indulgent cocktail! This drink is the perfect way to transition from pumpkin season to holiday festivities. Pumpkin eggnog with a splash of bourbon blends the best of fall flavors into a classic holiday treat, inviting you to chill out, slow down and savor the season.

Who knew pumpkin and pineapple could be besties? Blend together pumpkin purée, pineapple juice, dark rum and your typical fall spices for a sweet and balanced cocktail that actually works for your taste buds.

When you’re craving a cozy, boozy treat on those chilly nights (or even afternoon — hey, it is hot chocolate after all), give this pumpkin-spiced hot chocolate a try. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and a hint of pumpkin purée, it’s also spiked with coffee liqueur. Topped off with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick, it’s the perfect rich indulgence with a warm, cinnamony flavor.

A sweet and seasonal version of classic ginger beer Moscow Mules. Just shake or stir together pumpkin purée, vodka, spices and lime and pour into a copper mule mug filled with ice. Top with a spicy ginger beer, give it a good stir, sip and enjoy.