Spice up your lift with some festival fall cocktails.  Whether its a drink to kick off your Halloween or a little treat to celebrate the leaves changing color, we have you covered

Vodka

• 1.5oz Upstate Vodka or Upstate Vodka Cinnamon (for a spiced twist)
• 1.5oz Cold brew coffee or Espresso
• 1 oz Mr. Black or other coffee liqueur
• .25oz Simple Syrup (1:1)

Gin

Fitzgerald’s Peculiar Pear 

Ingredients: 

• 2 parts Hendrick’s OASIUM
• ¾ parts spiced pear syrup
• Macerate 1 cup frozen pears in 1 cup hot simple syrup. Add ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp allspice, ¼ tsp salt. Let cool. Blend and strain solids out.  
• 1 part fresh lemon juice
• 3 dash Angostura bitters

Method: Shake ingredients together over ice, double strain into a chilled Coupe glass. Garnish decadently. 

Rebirth 

Ingredients: 

• 2 parts Hendrick’s Gin
• 1 part cold brew concentrate
• ½ part dark chocolate liqueur or regular chocolate liqueur for something sweeter
• ½ part orange liqueur
• Sprinkle of sea salt 
• Orange peel for garnish

Method: Combine all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake hard. Strain liquid into one end of the shaker, discard ice, and shake hard again. Double strain into a chilled coup glass. Garnish with an orange peel.

Sloe Gin Fizz

Ingredients

• 1 part Fords Sloe Gin
• 1 part Fords Gin
• 3/4 parts Lemon Juice
• 1/4 parts Simple Syrup
• 1 Egg White
• Top with Club Soda

Glass: Highball Glass

Ice: Cubed

Garnish: Lemon wheel

Method: Dry shake all ingredients (except club soda). Shake a second time with cubed ice. Double strain into a highball glass over fresh ice. Top with club soda and lemon wheel.

Bloody Nora (Flora Dora)
Ingredients

• 2 oz Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin
• ⅓ oz grenadine syrup or raspberry syrup
• ⅓ oz lime juice
• 3 oz ginger beer
• Lime

Glassware: Highball glass
Garnish: Lime wedge

And as we move into fall,  those that want to keep it fresh like the crisp Fall air are turning to Gunpowder Irish Gin.

Crafted at The Shed Distillery—celebrating its 10th anniversary this year—by the innovative P.J. Rigney, this Irish gin combines tradition and creativity: distilled in medieval copper pot stills and infused with a unique blend of botanicals and Chinese gunpowder tea. It delivers a vibrant, multi-dimensional and unforgettable flavor. From crisp, refreshing gin & tonics in the summer to cozy, warming negroni in the fall, it offers versatility that adapts effortlessly to every occasion.

With flavors ranging from Classic to Brazilian Pineapple, Sardinian Citrus, and Californian Orange, there’s a bottle for every mood, moment, or recipe:

Gunpowder Irish Gin:  Bright citrus and juniper meet the distinctive spice of Gunpowder Tea, delivering a refreshing and well-rounded taste.

Gunpowder Irish Gin with Brazilian Pineapple: Exotic pineapple notes complement the tea’s crystalline clarity and bold botanicals for a tropical twist.

Gunpowder Irish Gin Sardinian Citrus: Bright Sardinian citrus adds a refreshing zest to the delicate, herbal undertones.

Gunpowder Irish Gin with Californian Orange Citrus: A vibrant burst of California orange enhances the gin’s aromatic complexity.

Tequila/Mezcal

Pumpkin Spiced Margarita

Ingredients

• 2 oz El Tequileño Reposado Gran Reserva
• 1 oz Orange Liqueur
• 1 oz Lime Juice
• 2 oz Spiced Pumpkin Puree

Glassware: Coupe

Method: Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker. Shake until I’ve cold. Strain into rocks glass over cubed ice.

Como La Flor 

Created by Angie Tatiana Cruz Velasco, Head Bartender at Ms. Piper’s Kitchen + Garden

Ingredients:

• 1.5oz Patrón Silver
• 1oz Unsweetened Pomegranate Juice
• 0.5oz Pêche de Vigne
• 0.7oz Hibiscus & Agave Syrup*
• 0.7oz Lemon Juice

Glass: Rocks glass

Garnish: A sprig of baby’s breath flowers

Method: Combine all ingredients in shaker with ice and strain into glass

Palo Palo

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz El Silencio Espadin
• ⅙ oz Grilled Pineapple & Burnt Honey Cordial
• ⅓ oz Roasted Mushroom Infused Palo Cortado Sherry
• Dash of Black Cardamom Mole Bitters

Method: Stirred

Glassware: Rocks

Ice: Big Cube

Garnish: Palo Santo Incense & roasted pineapple

Oaxacan Toddy

Ingredient:

• 1.5 oz. Bozal Ensamble
• .75 oz. Yellow Chartreuse
• .5 oz. Barrow’s Intense Ginger Liqueur
• .25 oz. Agave Syrup
• Hot Water

Method: Combine all ingredients in mug except garnish.  Pour hot water into mug then add cinnamon stick and lime wheel with clove and serve.

Hellish Spirit

Ingredients

• 2 oz Maestro Dobel Diamante
• .75 oz Lemon Juice
• .5 oz Simple Syrup
• .25 oz Grenadine Syrup

Method:  Fill a double old-fashioned glass with ice and pour drink over it.  Top cocktail off with soda water and garnish with two chili peppers

Spirits Raised

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Partida Reposado
• 1 oz Coco Lopez
• 1 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz lime juice

Directions​: Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into cocktail glass of choice, over ice.

Whiskey/Bourbon

Davis Old Fashioned

Ingredients:

• 2 oz SirDavis American Whisky
• .25 oz Honey Syrup*
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• Garnish: Lemon Twist & Brandied Cherry

Method: In a mixing glass, add all ingredients. Stir for dilution and strain into a rocks glass over a large cube. Garnish with an orange twist & brandied cherry.  *To make honey syrup, add 2 parts honey and 1 part water into a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the honey is dissolved. Allow to cool and transfer to an airtight container.

SirDavis American Whisky | SRP: $89 via SirDavis.com 

A groundbreaking new whisky from Moet Hennessy and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, SirDavis is the premier gift for the tastemaker in your life, whether they’re new to whisky or a seasoned connoisseur. SirDavis offers an unexpected take on the spirit with influence from Japanese and Scottish styles, plus a striking bottle design that’s sure to elevate any bar cart or occasion.

Russell’s Reserve Black Manhattan Highball

Ingredients:

• 1.5 parts Russell’s Reserve 6 Year Old Rye Whiskey
• 0.75 parts Averna
• top w/ club soda

Garnish: Lemon Twist, expressed

Method: Build ingredients over ice in Collins glass, express and garnish with lemon twist.

The Cortado

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Bib & Tucker Gold Roast Bourbon
• 0.5 shot Espresso or Cold Brew
• 0.25 oz Simple Syrup
• 0.75 oz Madeira Wine
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• Garnish: Lemon peel

Method:  Add all ingredients into a shaker tin half full of ice. Shake well and strain into glass. Garnish with lemon peel.

Rahul Mishra, the first Indian designer to showcase at Paris Haute Couture Week, is celebrated for his intricate embroidery, rich use of color, and dedication to mindful luxury. In collaboration with Johnnie Walker Blue Label, an icon of craft and timeless elegance, Rahul Mishra infused his signature design philosophy into this limited-edition bottle and packaging.

Inspired by the vibrancy of South Asian culture and perfect for celebratory moments and gifting to loved ones, the striking design reflects the joy, tradition, and vibrance of celebration. Blooming flowers and spirited animals come to life on the pack, symbolizing new beginnings, hope, and prosperity.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label x Rahul Mishra Limited Edition Design 2025 is available now at select fine spirits retailers and online, for an SRP of $264.00, while supplies last*.

Brandy Alexander

Ingredients

• 2 oz Rémy Martin VSOP
• 1 oz dark crème de cacao
• 1 oz heavy cream

Method: Chill the glass – place a coupe in the freezer or pack with ice, discarding the cubes just before serving.  Combine cognac, crème de cacao and cream in a cocktail shaker filled with clear ice.  Shake vigorously until the shaker tin is frosted and the mixture feels luxuriously silky.  Strain through a fine strainer into the chilled coupe to preserve its creamy texture.  Garnish your cocktail with a light dusting of fresh, grated nutmeg to release warming spice aromas.

• 40 mL Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices
• 20 mL Fig Syrup
• 1 Dash of Rose Water
• 2 Dashes of Angostura Bitters
• Garnish: Thinly Sliced Fresh Fig

Highland Park Penicillin

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Highland Park Whisky 12YO or 18YO
• ¾ oz lemon juice
• ½ oz honey syrup (2:1 honey  to water)
• ½ oz ginger syrup
• Garnish: candied ginger

Directions: Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker. Shake until well-chilled. Strain into chilled cocktail glass and garnish.

Bloody Black Bush

Ingredients

• 50ml Bushmills Black Bush
• 50ml orange juice
• 50ml red vermouth
• 35ml berry syrup
• 1 handful of blackberries
• 1 orange wedge

Method:  Pour all ingredients into an iced rocks glass and stir. Garnish with an orange wedge and berries

Eli’s Gameday Old Fashioned

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Knob Creek Bourbon
• ¼ oz Brown Sugar Syrup (store bought or recipe below)
• 3 dashes El Guapo Chicory Pecan Bitters
• Orange Slice Garnish
• Brown Sugar Syrup: 2 parts Dark Brown Sugar : 1 part Water.  Combine ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool. Store refrigerated.

Method:  Combine ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and stir to chill. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice (large cube recommended). Garnish with orange slice.

Jameson Football Flask

For the football enthusiasts, after the strong response to its last release, the Jameson Football Flask is back by popular demand – but not for long. Make sure your readers (and you!) have enough time to grab one before sellout.  Additionally, in honor of American football finally touching down in Dublin, Jameson is proud to share they have inked a deal with the NFL in Ireland to become the official whiskey partner for the remainder of the 2025 season!

The exclusive re-release of the Jameson Football Flask is available only on ReserveBar for $109.99 while supplies last!

WhistlePig: The Boss Hog XII: Feather & Flame

Forged in the fires of creation in Mexico City – WhistlePig Whiskey’s The Boss Hog XII: Feather & Flame has arrived. Inspired by two ancient Aztec drinks of the gods, the leaders in aged and experimental rye merged the flavors of pulque and xocolatl (chili chocolate) together in maturation after aging in new American Oak barrels, with a world’s first finish in Pulque Curado de Cacao casks. [This information is under embargo until Oct. 23 at 9 am ET]

The flavors of pulque and xocolatl have danced through Aztec culture for thousands of years. Pulque is an ancient, earthy alcoholic beverage made from the agave plant, while xocolatl is a bitter, spicy beverage made from cocoa beans. WhistlePig utilized these flavors to season the Pulque Curado de Cacao barrels with a pulque curado crafted from agave, cacao and three Mexican peppers – Chiptepín, Guajillo and Pasilla.

After a decade of global inspiration, WhistlePig found inspiration from North America for the first time since The Boss Hog I and The Boss Hog II. You can find this limited-edition expression at the best bars, restaurants and retailers across the nation or online at shop.whistlepigwhiskey.com for $599.99.

Pinhook Collaboration Series 4

The Glen Grant 18 Year Old

Perfect for colder months – a smooth autumn sip that carries through winter

Bright barley color – reminiscent of autumn’s golden harvest

Long, lingering finish – layered fruits with a soft, warming spice 

Escape the cold – a dram that makes you forget the long, dark nights

Whiskey JYPSI Tribute   

Rich and layered, this double-barreled bourbon lives up to its name with a Double Gold medal win. Crafted with a bold yet balanced character, it’s perfect for sipping neat or try it in a Boulevardier, a classic whiskey-based twist on the Negroni with sweet vermouth and Campari,  ideal for cozy evenings or holiday gatherings.

Ardbeg Wee Beastie

With the weather turning cooler, this single malt from Islay is perfect on a rainy night, around a campfire, or as a tipple on your hike to take in the fall foliage.  The Ardbeg Wee Beastie is young and vibrant, aged 5 years, and just the right amount of peat to let you know that this is indeed from the Ardbeg Distillery. Try it in an Apple Bounce cocktail on a crisp autumn evening.

Rum

• For the friend who loves making cocktails: Don Q Reserva 7 (SRP: $35.99)
  •  Aged a minimum of 7 years in American white oak barrels, the Reserva 7 is a smooth, bright rum with notes of roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and warm spice. Its balanced character makes it an ideal base for crafting elevated cocktails, while still refined enough to enjoy neat. A versatile bottle that brings both depth and mixability to the holiday bar cart.
• A standout for fans of warm, spiced flavors: Don Q Oak Barrel Spiced (SRP: $41.99)
  •  A refined take on spiced rum, this expression is aged for at least 3 years and infused with natural spices like vanilla, cinnamon, and caramel. Rich and warming, it’s a great pick for the spiced spirits lover who wants something a step above the usual.

• For the collector or connoisseur: Don Q Gran Reserva (SRP: $58.99)
  • An ultra-premium blend of rums aged 9–12 years (plus select Solera rums up to 50 years), this elegant spirit offers deep, smooth notes of vanilla, oak, and toasted almond. A standout gift for the serious sipper or a luxurious addition to any home bar.

Wine and Aperitifs

Spooky Spritz 

Ingredients:

• 3 oz Martini Prosecco
• 2 oz Martini Bianco
• 1 oz Soda Water

Garnish: Mint Sprig, Lemon Wheel and Strawberry slice

Method: Add all ingredients to a Spritz glass with ice and stir gently. Garnish with the mint sprig, lemon wheel, and strawberry slices and enjoy!

Nightmare in Florence

Ingredients

• ¾ oz Martini Fiero
• ¾ oz Bombay Sapphire Gin
• ¼ oz Martini Rosso
• ¾ oz Cold brew coffee
• Orange Slice

Method: Stir together ingredients, pour into a coupe glass, and garnish with an orange slice.

ORANCIO SPRITZ

Ingredients:

• SAVOIA ORANCIO
• Prosecco
• Green & Red Grapes
• Ice Cubes

Method:  Start with 4-5 ice cubes.  Mix together 2 parts SAVOIA ORANCIO & 2 parts Prosecco.  Garnish with 3 green & red grapes

ORANCIO & SODA (L’AMERICANO)

Ingredients:

• SAVOIA ORANCIO
• Soda Water
• Green & Red Grapes
• Ice Cubes

Method:  Start with 4-5 ice cubes.  Mix together 2 parts (50ml) SAVOIA ORANCIO & Soda Water.  Garnish with 3 green & red grapes

Orin Swift 8 Years in the Desert

Winemaker’s notes:

The 2023 Eight Years in the Desert pours a dark mauve core with a red amethyst rim and aromatic notes of ripe blackberry and raspberry bramble.  Further hints of chocolate covered espresso bean, black pepper and allspice emanate from the glass. The entry is dominated by black plum preserves and freshly baked mixed berry morning bun with an energetic yet concentrated mid-palate. Soft and textured tannins give way to a lifted finish with a touch of pluot and dried tarragon.

Blend: Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah

Maturation: 7 months in French Oak, 35% New

Hampton Water Artist Series

ARTIST SERIES KEY FACTS:

• 70% Grenache Noir, 15% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre

• Made with grape varietals, aged six months in French oak barrels

• 113 Calories / 5 oz. serving

• < 1g Sugar / 5 oz. serving

Piper-Heidsieck – Glamour in a glass

From the culinary elegance of Essentiel Extra Brut, crafted to shine at the table, to the vibrant allure of the new Brut Rosé, and the luminous intensity of Brut Vintage 2018 (under embargo until 10/15), Piper-Heidsieck adds red carpet glamour to your holiday celebrations.

Rare Champagne – When ordinary won’t do

The limited-edition Millésime 2014: Extra-Ordinary Metamorphosis designed with artist William Amor transforms champagne into a collector’s jewel—complete with a sculpted floral adornment and digital passport to the future, while the radiant Millésime 2012 (under embargo until 9/15) shines with tropical notes and spiced aromas, making it a dazzling choice for the holiday season.

Charles Heidsieck – Quiet luxury redefined

From its pioneering 1949 vintage to today’s reimagined cuvée, Blanc de Blancs is Charles Heidsieck’s bold expression of Chardonnay—fresh, vibrant, and complex. Aged in centuries-old chalk cellars, it brings refined elegance and mineral-driven depth to every holiday celebration.

Rare Champagne – For the wish list with no limits

The Rare de Rituel x Elie Bleu Humidor is a mobile tasting cabinet crafted for true connoisseurs. This one-of-a-kind Elie Bleu design houses compartments for glasses and accessories to elevate tastings anywhere. The complete limited-edition gift set includes 24 bottles of Rare Millésime 1988 and 24 bottles of Rare Millésime 2008. It’s the pinnacle of luxury—where fine champagne meets fine craftsmanship.

Donnafugata Mille e una Notte – Sicilia DOC Rosso 2021

THE BRAND: Donnafugata, founded in 1983 by Giacomo and Gabriella Rallo, is a family-owned winery and leading example of authentic and sustainable winemaking in Sicily. Donnafugata produces tailor-made wines at the pinnacle of Italian craftsmanship, focused on small, prestigious productions from unique territories and vineyards across the island of Sicily.

THE STORY: In the author’s imagination, the palace illustrated on the label is inspired by the one where Queen Maria Carolina took refuge while fleeing from Naples and was the favorite house of the writer Tomasi di Lampedusa in Santa Margherita Belìce. Gabriella Anca Rallo – founder of Donnafugata, with her husband Giacomo – captures the image and embeds it into the sky from “Arabian Nights”, full of stars and full of promise. A tribute to the passionate masterpiece of oriental literature, capable of telling one thousand and one stories.

THE WINE: Made from Nero d’Avola, Petit Verdot, Syrah, and other grapes, is  produced in the Contessa Entellina estate and neighboring territories, South Western Sicily.

TASTING NOTES: Mille e una Notte is an intense ruby red color and presents a broad bouquet characterized by fruity notes of blackberries and black mulberries, fresh balsamic hints of liquorice, spicy notes and delicate nuances of sweet toasting. On the palate, it is deep and with velvety tannins and closes with a remarkable taste, persistence and seductive savouriness.

Josh Cellars

Josh Cellars, America’s #1 premium wine, and Hotel Lobby Candle, the brand known for bringing five-star scent experiences home, are elevating hosting and gifting with a new, limited-edition Prosecco candle and gift set.

Inspired by the vineyards of the Northern Italian countryside and the perfect Prosecco pour, the Hotel Lobby Candle x Josh Cellars Prosecco candle captures Prosecco’s celebratory spirit with notes of bright lemon, ripe plum, and soft florals.

As a perfect gift for the host, wine lover or cozy enthusiast on your list this holiday season, the collaboration includes:

• Hotel Lobby Candle x Josh Cellars Prosecco Set ($75) – exclusively at ReserveBar.com
• Hotel Lobby Candle x Josh Cellars Prosecco Candle ($58) – available at HotelLobbyCandle.com andJoshCellars.com

For the First One at the Tailgate: Surfside Green Tea Variety Pack

Surfside’s latest release (January 2025), The Green Tea Variety Pack is light and refreshing—perfect for easing into the day. Includes Green Tea + Vodka, Half & Half Green Tea + Vodka, Peach Green Tea + Vodka, Mango Green Tea + Vodka (2 cans each).