Isn’t it tempting to hear about huge Thanksgiving dinners with turkey, stuffing, gravy, pumpkin pie, and more? Don’t worry, you don’t have to feel left out being here in India. What if we tell you that you can have this feast in the form of a drink? Well, if you’re up for it, let us share some amazing Thanksgiving cocktails we are grateful for.
5 Thanksgiving Cocktails We Are Grateful For
- Pumpkin Pie Shot
- Brandy Milk Punch
- Cranberry Old-Fashioned
- Hot Mulled Cider
- Euphoria
1. Pumpkin Pie Shot
Thanksgiving is synonymous with pumpkin pie, if not literally at least figuratively. If there’s a Thanksgiving without this iconic dessert, we don’t want to hear about it. That’s why this fun twist on the pie is on top of the list. Any and every person with a sweet tooth is going to love this forever!
Ingredients
- Irish cream (½ ounce)
- Pumpkin vodka (½ ounce)
- Cinnamon schnapps (½ ounce)
- Pumpkin pie spice
- Whipped cream
How To Make Pumpkin Pie Shot
- Add all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice and shake till it’s chilled.
- Top with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice and serve.
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2. Brandy Milk Punch
A unique twist on milk, the Brandy Milk Punch is what all our Thanksgiving dreams are made of. There’s milk, rum, and brandy to keep you warm, and vanilla and nutmeg to make it the perfect festive drink. Here are the know-hows you need to whip this drink up at home.
Ingredients
- Brandy (2 ounces)
- Rum (1 ounce)
- Milk (4 ounces)
- Simple syrup (1 ounce)
- Vanilla extract (½ tsp)
- Freshly grated nutmeg as garnish
How To Make Brandy Milk Punch
- Pour milk, brandy, rum, simple syrup, and vanilla extract into a shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice, then shake well for about 30 seconds.
- Pour into glass and garnish with nutmeg.
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3. Cranberry Old-Fashioned
It wouldn’t quite be Thanksgiving without an ample amount of cranberries, would it? Now what if we told you, we could bring that all into one simple yet decadent cocktail? Well, it’s true, because this old-fashioned is just that and much more. You can thank us later!
Ingredients
For the cranberry simple syrup
- Cranberries (1 ½ ounces)
- Water (12 ounces)
- Sugar (1 cup)
For the old fashioned
- Bourbon (2 ounces)
- Cranberry simple syrup (½ ounce)
- Cardamom bitters (2-3 dashes)
- Orange peel (for garnish)
How To Make Cranberry Old-Fashioned
- Combine the water, sugar, and cranberries in a pan and simmer on medium heat. Strain and pour the mixture into a jar and let it cool. Your cranberry simple syrup is ready!
- In a glass, add ice, bourbon, bitters, and the cranberry simple syrup and stir to mix.
- Garnish with orange peel and enjoy the cranberry old-fashioned!
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4. Hot Mulled Cider
This one’s for those of you who happen to be lucky enough to be in a cold climate and want something to warm you up. Apple cider’s known to be a Thanksgiving drink but make it a hot mulled cider and it becomes THE Thanksgiving drink you need.
Ingredients
- Apple juice or fresh apple cider (12 ounces)
- Two-inch cinnamon sticks (4)
- Peels and juice (2 oranges)
- Cloves (4)
- Star anise (6)
How To Make Hot Mulled Cider
- Put all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a simmer on low heat.
- Let it simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Pour into glasses and serve.
Also Read: How To Make Hard Apple Cider At Home?
5. Euphoria
As the name suggests, this is a cocktail to be had after a euphoric Turkey Day meal. If you don’t want that turkey and sage taste to leave your mouth, or just want to taste a slight hint of it with a light drink – Euphoria’s your cocktail. The ingredients may be slightly difficult to source but hey, no good things come easy.
Ingredients
- Simple syrup (½ ounce)
- Sage leaves (4)
- Gin (1 ounce)
- Elderflower liqueur (1 ounce)
- Lemon juice (½ ounce)
How To Make Euphoria
- Put 3 sage leaves and the simple syrup into a shaker and muddle gently.
- Add in the gin, liquor, and lemon juice and shake till chilled.
- Strain into a chilled glass.
- Garnish with a sage leaf and serve.
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Summing Up
Each of these Thanksgiving cocktails, in one way or another tends to tie back to the magnanimous feast served. Also, unlike Thanksgiving which is celebrated only once a year, you can have these cocktails any day you like. If you end up falling in love with these drinks, don’t forget to thank us!
FAQs
What Is The Best Cocktail For Thanksgiving?
Some of the best cocktails to try for Thanksgiving are:
- Hot Mulled Cider
- Brandy Milk Punch
- Pumpkin Pie Shot
- Cranberry Old-Fashioned
- Euphoria
- Big Apple Manhattan
- Irish Mule
What Was The First Thanksgiving Drink?
Everyone’s familiar with the seasonal harvest dishes served on Thanksgiving, but there’s also a drink served along. The original harvest holiday drink for Thanksgiving was hard cider.
What Do Americans Eat On Thanksgiving?
The traditional food served on Thanksgiving includes gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, turkey, cornbread, cranberry juice, and mashed potatoes. At the end of the meal, most people serve pie made out of apples, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, and pecan.
Why Is Thanksgiving So Special?
Thanksgiving is a festival celebrated mostly in the US and Canada, when people celebrate harvests and other blessings of the year with a huge feast.
