12 Thanksgiving Cocktails

An old fashioned made with Hot Honey Syrup and beef broth for a savory cocktail.

Thanksgiving is a time to gather with your favorite people, enjoy delicious food, and create lasting memories. To elevate your celebrations, why not craft a drink menu inspired by classic Thanksgiving flavors? From pumpkin mocktails to fall whiskey cocktails, here are 12 drink recipes that taste like Thanksgiving in a glass.

Mocktails, Milkshakes, and More

Serve mocktails with appetizers before dinner, or milkshakes as part of dessert. However you want to spice up your drink offerings, we've got a recipe for you! Two copper cups filled with Sticky Apple Maple Mule mocktail, garnished with lime wheels and cinnamon stocks. A bar spoon lays between them on the table

#1 Sticky Apple Maple Mule

The Moscow Mule is a crowd-pleasing cocktail that's easy to make ahead of time. For a mocktail version, try this Sticky Apple Maple Mule made with Monin Apple Syrup and Maple Spice Syrup.

#2 Roasted Toasted Pumpkin

Combine fall staples like spiced pumpkin with smoky or spicy flavors to create sweet and savory drinks that will have you feeling cozy in no time. This Roasted Toasted Pumpkin blends Monin Pumpkin Spice Syrup with Hickory Smoke Syrup for a unique mocktail twist on a pumpkin spice martini.

#3 Pumpkin Pie Shirley Temple

If you love drinks that are sweet, spiced, and everything iced, try this Pumpkin Pie Shirley Temple recipe! It's a delicious twist on the classic non-alcoholic drink, with Pumpkin Pie Syrup in addition to Pomegranate Syrup, and topped with refreshing lemon-lime soda.

#4 Loaded Sweet Potato Latte

A Loaded Sweet Potato Latte? The classic Thanksgiving pie in drink form combines the creaminess of steamed milk with the warmth of espresso and the sweetness of canned sweet potato. Don’t knock it til you try it! But the real star of the show is Monin Toasted Marshmallow Syrup, making this one decadently delicious fall coffee drink.

#5 Stuffed Thanksgiving Shake

Can't choose just one favorite holiday flavor? Look no further than this Stuffed Thanksgiving Shake! Blended with vanilla ice cream, Cranberry Syrup, Butter Pecan Syrup, and your favorite pie crust—this seasonal shake is the kitchen sink of Thanksgiving drinks!

#6 Frozen Apple Pie Shake

In search of a quick and easy apple pie recipe that’s out of the ordinary? Let go of holiday season stress and relax with a Frozen Apple Pie milkshake. This spiced-up shake blends fresh apple slices, the nostalgic flavor of Caramel Apple Butter Syrup, and a touch of spice from Cinnamon Syrup.

#7 Pumpkin Pie Shake

‘Tis the season for pumpkin everything, and Monin Spiced Pumpkin Purée is the pick of the patch. Made with real pumpkin and spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger, this versatile purée can be used to make a variety of delicious treats, from classic pumpkin pie to inventive pumpkin spice drinks, like this Pumpkin Pie Shake!

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Unique and Festive Cocktails

From savory broth infusions to tequila-based drinks, these fall cocktails are anything but ordinary.

Overhead shot of a Pecan Pie Martini. There are pecans scattered on the table, a jigger and cocktail shaker in the background.

#8 Broth Fashioned

When it comes to cocktails, sweet flavors tend to dominate the scene. But savory alcoholic drinks are becoming more popular, with ingredients like fresh broth and Hot Honey Syrup taking center stage. If you’re curious to try a “brothtail,” we recommend this Broth Fashioned that uses beef broth as a base and is spiked with bourbon and bitters for a complex flavor profile. For a vegetarian version, you can experiment by using vegetable broth instead.

#9 Wilder Turkey

For a more traditional Thanksgiving-inspired cocktail, this Wilder Turkey recipe combines the rich bourbon and Monin Honey Syrup with tart cranberry juice. The result is a balanced, flavorful cocktail that is sure to impress your guests. Try it out at your next fall dinner party!

#10 Pumpkin Pie Whiskey Sour

A delightful blend of sweet and sour flavors will leave you wanting another slice… or sip. To make this Pumpkin Pie Whiskey Sour, you'll start with a classic whiskey sour recipe and add a special ingredient: Monin Pumpkin Pie Syrup. The result is a delicious and memorable pumpkin pie cocktail.

#11 Cranberry Paloma

What’s Thanksgiving without cranberry sauce? Tart Monin Cranberry Syrup, tequila, and fizzy grapefruit soda pack a punch in this Cranberry Paloma. This refreshing mixed drink with tequila will add a little extra cheer to your Thanksgiving celebration and will have your guests asking for the recipe!

#12 Pecan Pie Martini

If you are a fan of a pumpkin pie martini, it's time to try something new! This Pecan Pie Martini is a delicious alternative that will satisfy your sweet tooth in a different way. The secret ingredient in this cocktail is Monin Butter Pecan Syrup, which adds a rich, nutty flavor that really captures the ooey-gooey warmth of a classic pecan pie. Looking for more seasonal drink inspiration? Check out more of our favorite fall drink recipes!

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