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Thanksgiving Cocktails To Sip This Season

BY KRISTEN GARRIDO

This Thanksgiving, let your cocktail game shine just as brightly as your food spread. These drinks are the perfect way to impress your guests.

Cranberry Bourbon Smash

The tartness of cranberries pairs beautifully with the rich, smoky notes of bourbon. This is a crowd-pleasing cocktail for holiday gatherings.

Cranberry Bourbon Smash Recipe

Muddle fresh cranberries with bourbon, lemon juice and simple syrup. Shake with ice and top with club soda.

Pumpkin Pie Martini

Dessert in a glass! This creamy martini has all the flavors of a pumpkin pie, making it an indulgent treat for the holiday.

Pumpkin Pie Martini Recipe

Shake vodka, pumpkin puree, vanilla liqueur and cream with ice. Serve in a chilled glass rimmed with graham cracker crumbs.

Cinnamon Pear and Prosecco 

Light, fizzy and fruity, this cocktail is a sophisticated option that pairs wonderfully with appetizers and the rich flavors of Thanksgiving dinner.

Cinnamon Pear and Prosecco Recipe

Mix pear juice, Prosecco, and a dash of elderflower liqueur. Serve chilled with a pear slice and cinnamon stick garnish.

Spiked Hot Chocolate

Warm and comforting, spiked hot chocolate with a dash of bourbon or rum. It's the perfect cozy drink for after-dinner relaxation.

Spiked Hot Chocolate Recipe

Heat milk, then stir in cocoa powder and sugar. Add a shot of bourbon or rum and top with whipped cream and shaved chocolate.

Hot Buttered Rum

Rich and warming, hot buttered rum is an indulgent classic that’s perfect for sipping by the fire during a cozy Thanksgiving evening.

Hot Buttered Rum Recipe

Combine dark rum, a spoonful of spiced butter (butter mixed with sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg), and hot water. Stir well and finish with a cinnamon stick.

With flavors like apple, pumpkin and cranberry, you’re sure to find a drink that’s as festive as it is delicious.