# Simple Thanksgiving Cocktails that say “Welcome, Fall!”

*Published:* 2020-11-23
*Author:* system

You may not realize, but Thanksgiving marks the beginning of “cocktail season” for many. Some people have holiday get-togethers throughout the winter, and of course, there are the family meals, the Black Friday shopping trips and the grandiose holiday meals.

But 2020 is here, and there is a lingering pandemic in the shadow of a heated presidential race. This is definitely a year where a relaxing homemade cocktail may be just the thing to get you through the holidays.

Surprisingly, there are lots of options for cocktail-makers who want to put together their own Thanksgiving drink. Sweet potato vodka? [Get yours here](http://tamworthdistilling.com/spirits/art-in-the-age-series/sweet-potato/). Cranberry bitters? [Easy](https://www.kegworks.com/fee-brothers-cranberry-cocktail-bitters-5-oz/). Apple whiskey? [Lots of choices](https://www.totalwine.com/shop/apple-whiskeys). There are no cocktail options with gravy, thankfully.

While home cocktail-making can feel intimidating, there are many options for a budding home bartender that involve very little planning, prep or even skill. Here are 2 simple recipes to get you ready to enjoy your fall celebrations.

Applejack is a traditional spirit that dates back to the early days of the American colonies – it’s a type of brandy. Here is a pre-prohibition cocktail that will go great with turkey dinner.

**Jack Rose**

- 1 1/2 ounces applejack (like Laird’s)
- 3/4 ounces fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce grenadine
- Shake with ice and serve in a chilled cocktail glass
- Garnish with a lemon twist



![](https://www.eggtoapples.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/lairds-apple-jack2.jpg)

After the Big Meal, try a **Scotch, Soda, Cranberry**:

- In a rocks glass, add:
- 1 oz blended scotch (Dewar’s or The Famous Grouse are great)
- 1 oz chilled club soda
- 2 dashes of cranberry bitters



![](https://www.eggtoapples.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/fee-brothers-cranberry-bitters3.jpg)

For this year’s big family holiday, we hope you take a minute to enjoy a homemade cocktail or two. Stayed tuned to the [Egg to Apples blog](https://www.eggtoapples.com/applesauce?__hstc=21858660.26505c9ce6e8efdbf63b09c46d5e8728.1653457999192.1653889922532.1653905422101.15&__hssc=21858660.46.1653905422101&__hsfp=3380253601) for more fun ways to celebrate!