🍂 Three Fall Cocktails That Belong Together
Fall has a way of slowing us down and making every sip, bite, and laugh feel warmer. The air turns crisp, the leaves burn with color, and gatherings become cozier — whether it’s a dinner with friends, a seasonal celebration, or just a reason to light some candles and toast to the season.
At Frame & Flask, we believe a good cocktail should feel like a story. So, we’ve built a three-part fall lineup designed to complement one another. Think of them as a progression: something cozy to kick off the evening, something sparkling to toast the moment, and something indulgent to close it all out.
🍎 Spiced Apple Cider Bourbon Smash
Ingredients
2 oz bourbon
3 oz fresh apple cider
½ oz lemon juice
½ oz maple syrup (or simple syrup)
1 cinnamon stick
1 star anise (optional)
Apple slice for garnish
Instructions
Combine bourbon, cider, lemon juice, and syrup in a shaker with ice.
Shake and strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
Garnish with apple and cinnamon stick.
Why it works: This drink is a classic fall welcome — it warms the soul, smells incredible, and pairs with everything from cheese boards to roasted meats.
🍐 Pear & Sage Sparkler
Ingredients
1 ½ oz vodka or gin
1 oz pear purée or pear nectar
½ oz lemon juice
½ oz simple syrup
3 oz prosecco or champagne
Fresh sage sprig for garnish
Instructions
Shake vodka, pear purée, lemon juice, and syrup with ice.
Strain into a champagne flute.
Top with prosecco.
Garnish with sage and pear.
Why it works: Light, crisp, and elegant — this one lifts the menu. It’s the refreshing balance that keeps your guests going from dinner to dancing, from small bites to late-night stories.
🎃 Pumpkin Chai White Russian
Ingredients
2 oz vodka
1 oz coffee liqueur
2 oz pumpkin spice cream (or pumpkin purée + chai concentrate + cream)
Whipped cream (optional)
Nutmeg for garnish
Cinnamon sugar rim
Instructions
Rim a glass with cinnamon sugar.
Build vodka and coffee liqueur over ice.
Top with pumpkin chai cream.
Finish with whipped cream + nutmeg.
Why it works: Dessert in a glass. It’s rich, cozy, and exactly what you want when the night starts winding down — pairs perfectly with chocolate, pumpkin pie, or even a late-night firepit.
🍂 How They Fit Together
Start the evening with the Spiced Apple Cider Bourbon Smash to warm everyone up.
Carry the vibe with the Pear & Sage Sparkler — bright, bubbly, and celebratory.
End indulgent with the Pumpkin Chai White Russian, your final chapter in the night’s story.
Together, these three cocktails tell a seasonal story that keeps your event flowing from start to finish.
✨ Frame & Flask Signature Tip
If you’re hosting, present these cocktails as a mini curated menu instead of just “options.” Guests love being able to choose from a themed lineup — it feels intentional, fun, and instantly raises the atmosphere of the night.
📸 Book Frame & Flask for Your Fall Gatherings
We don’t just mix drinks — we create experiences. With private chef menus, mobile bartending, and curated event coordination, Frame & Flask makes every detail seamless so you can focus on enjoying the season.
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