Looking for the perfect way to toast the holiday season? Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner or planning a relaxed Friendsgiving celebration, these Thanksgiving cocktails for a crowd will keep the party flowing with ease.
Featuring cozy fall flavors, festive garnishes, and crowd friendly servings, this collection of easy batch cocktails is made for sharing. From crisp fall pitcher cocktails with apple cider and cranberry to spiced sangrias, mulled wine, and sparkling Thanksgiving punch recipes, there’s something here for every guest at your table.
The best part? Many of these festive batch cocktails are designed to be make ahead cocktails, meaning less time mixing and more time enjoying the moment. These holiday drinks are simple to prepare, full of seasonal flair, and guaranteed to impress.
Whether you’re looking for something bubbly, bold, or warm and cozy, these Thanksgiving drinks will add the perfect finishing touch to your holiday menu.
Essential Bar Tools For Making Thanksgiving Cocktails
To prepare Thanksgiving cocktails at home, having the right cocktail tools can make all the difference. Whether you’re mixing up a Fall Sangria or Thanksgiving punch, a few essential pieces of equipment will take your Thanksgiving drinks from basic to bar-worthy.
- Start with a quality cocktail shaker – ideal for blending ingredients in cocktails like moscow mules.
- A classic punch bowl is essential for serving big batch cocktails to your guests.
- This gorgeous cocktail mixing pitcher makes batch cocktail preparation a breeze.
- A stylish set of lowball and coupe glasses brings a festive touch to your Thanksgiving drinks.
Planning more celebrations in Fall? Find more delicious Fall cocktail recipes here, Fall sangria recipes, or try one of these espresso martini recipes.
Pumpkin Party Punch
Bring cozy fall vibes to your next holiday gathering with this spiced pumpkin party punch. Perfectly festive and made for sharing, this fall punch recipe blends rum, pumpkin puree, warm spices, and fresh juice for a unique crowd-pleaser.
Thanksgiving Margarita
This zesty margarita features apple cider, tequila and a homemade honey syrup for a clean, naturally sweetened sip. A fun twist on a classic, it’s one of the best Thanksgiving cocktails for a crowd.
Sparkling Cranberry Punch
Refreshing and bubbly, this sparkling punch bursts with tart cranberry, sweet citrus, and a fizzy finish. Serve this vibrant vodka cocktail in a large pitcher for a beautiful Thanksgiving drink for a crowd. Quick to mix and serve, it’s ideal for festive gatherings.
Fall Sangria
Loaded with fresh pears, apples, and oranges, this fall sangria is the ultimate Thanksgiving batch cocktail. Infused with white wine, apple cider, and pear liqueur, it’s a flavorful, fruity pitcher drink perfect for autumn celebrations. A make-ahead holiday favorite that only gets better with time.
Cranberry Spritz
Light, tart, and bubbly, this cranberry spritz brings together the seasonal charm of cranberry juice with refreshing fizz. It’s an easy, festive fall cocktail that works perfectly for large gatherings and Friendsgiving drinks. Serve chilled and garnished with mint for an elegant touch.
Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail
Rich apple cider, spicy ginger beer, and smooth bourbon come together in this bold yet balanced Thanksgiving cocktail. With hints of cinnamon and citrus, it’s one of the best fall batch cocktails to warm up your guests.
Pumpkin Spice Margarita
This creative twist on the margarita blends tequila with pumpkin puree, warm pumpkin spice, and citrus for a bold seasonal flavor. It’s an unexpected yet delicious Thanksgiving cocktail your guests won’t forget. Easy to prep ahead and serve in a large pitcher for a festive twist.
Pomegranate Champagne Punch
Sweet, tart, and fizzy, this pomegranate punch is a sparkling hit. Featuring champagne, cranberries, and pomegranate juice, it’s an easy batch cocktail that adds color and class to any Thanksgiving table. Perfect for entertaining a crowd with minimal prep.
Mulled Wine
A classic make ahead cocktail, this mulled wine simmers red wine with spices, citrus, and brandy for a cozy, aromatic sip. It’s the perfect hot Thanksgiving cocktail for a crowd, ideal for sipping by the fire or serving in a crockpot to keep warm all evening.
Apple Cider Mule
Tart apple cider meets spicy ginger beer and vodka in this fall-inspired Moscow Mule. Served over ice in copper mugs with cinnamon and apple slices, this Fall drink is perfect for batching ahead and makes an ideal Thanksgiving cocktail.
Spiced Bourbon Hot Toddy
This soothing hot toddy features bold black tea, bourbon, lemon, and honey, with a cozy blend of warming spices. It’s perfect for chilly Thanksgiving evenings and easy to prepare for a group. A comforting, make ahead cocktail option that brings the warmth of the season.
Spiced Pear Old Fashioned
A fragrant twist on a classic, this Fall cocktail features spiced pear syrup, bourbon, and bitters for a smooth, fall themed drink. Elegant and warming, it’s a fantastic Thanksgiving cocktail that can easily be batched for a crowd.
Apple Cider Margarita
Fresh apple cider, tequila, lime, and a cinnamon sugar rim combine in this crisp fall margarita. It’s an easy crowd-pleasing twist on a summer favorite made for cooler weather. Serve this 3 ingredient cocktail with apple slices for a festive, fruity garnish.
Cranberry Aperol Spritz
This cranberry Aperol spritz blends bubbly Prosecco with tart cranberry and bitter Aperol for a light, balanced flavor. Its festive red hue makes it a standout among easy Thanksgiving cocktails for a crowd. Serve chilled over ice with orange slices and cranberries.
Pumpkin Espresso Martini
Rich espresso, vodka, and pumpkin spice syrup combine in this indulgent martini. It’s the perfect after-dinner cocktail to wow your guests and a unique take on fall flavors. Serve as a festive, Thanksgiving drink with a creamy pumpkin twist.
Fall Spiced Old Fashioned
Warm and bold, this fall spiced old fashioned uses a spiced simple syrup, bourbon and bitters for a deeply cozy cocktail. Served over ice with a citrus twist, it’s an ideal Thanksgiving cocktail for bourbon lovers and a great way to toast the season.
More Cocktail Recipes
If you loved these Fall drink recipes, you may also like these cozy kahlua cocktails, or here are some more great cocktail recipes to try:
- This White Russian is smooth, creamy and delicious.
- A Frangelico Espresso Martini is perfect for party celebrations.
- My Siciliano is a popular after dinner cocktail with bittersweet flavors.
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