Autumn means shorter days, cooler temperatures, and darker, spicier drinks to keep everyone toasty and festive throughout the season.
Barrel-aged brown spirits, like cognac and whiskey, often form the warming backbone of autumnal drinks, and accents include maple syrup and plenty of baking spice, whether in form of bitters or spiced liqueurs. We asked three mixologists to showcase the best of the seasonal market produce, from just-picked apples and pears to the Thanksgiving staple, pumpkin, in a seasonally inspired cocktail. Below, find recipes for three fall aperitifs to inspire drink menus right now.