When cooler weather hits and sweater season begins, flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg and pumpkin tend to take over our senses. But trust us – we aren’t complaining. There is something special about rocking your fall attire and enjoying delicious comfort food and sipping on a cozy, autumn inspired craft cocktail. Pittsburgh is full of options when it comes to these tasty treats so we wanted to share some of the best craft cocktails available this fall. Get ready to curl up and get cozy over these cocktails. Cheers!
Bridges and Bourbon
This spot is known for their extravagant craft cocktails and we promise you this fall season you won’t be disappointed. Get your camera ready for these Insta-worthy and drool-worthy cocktails.
Bourbon Espressotini
Bourbon, PX Sherry, cacao, espresso, topped with lemon and thyme foam.
Sleepy Hollow
Bourbon, pumpkin, bacon, pumpkin seed, cream, pasilla, holiday spice.
Appalachian Trail
Rye, bourbon, cognac, Calvados, apple, cinnamon, campfire smoke.
Con Alma
Known for its live Jazz tunes and delicious menu, Con Alma also knows a thing or two about making a quality seasonal cocktail. Which one are you going for?
Root Down Remix
(left) Cold Brew Cardamaro , Maggie’s Falernum, Diplomatico Reserva.
Negroni Con Alma
(right) Zafra 21 Year Rum, Aperol, Amargo-Vallet
Bonfire Food & Drink
Bonfire Food & Drink in the Southside has dedicated a portion of their cocktail menu to Autumn. These craft cocktails go perfect with any kind of comfort food, especially mac & cheese (the best comfort food in the game). If you haven’t checked out Bonfire’s Mac Mondays, you’re missing out!
Aperol and Autumn
Tequila, Aperol, orange, fall spices
Born to Rum
Dark rum, amaretto, pineapple, ginger beer
Maple’s Mark
Maker’s Mark Bourbon, apple cider, maple
What’s the Juice?
Tito’s Vodka, pomegranate juice, sage, lime
Revel
Stop by Revel for these refreshing seasonal cocktails to end your work day or to start your night out. Either way you’ll be happy you did.
Pumpkin Patch
Cruzan White Rum, pumpkin simple, lemon, soda
Spiced Pear Martini
Effen Vodka, ear liquor, sours, cinnamon
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