Falling for Flavor: The Cocktails Defining Autumn 2025

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The first crisp breeze of the season has arrived, and with it comes the unofficial swap from spritzes to something a little warmer, bolder, and more layered. Fall cocktails aren’t just about what’s in the glass — they’re about the ritual, the mood, and the moment. Whether you’re sinking into a leather armchair by the fire, bundling up after a weekend apple-picking trip, or just looking to elevate a cozy night at home, this season’s cocktails deliver the perfect balance of comfort and craft. From smoky takes on classics to playful twists with unexpected ingredients like matcha and pineapple gum syrup, these recipes prove that fall drinking is as much about creativity as it is about tradition.

If you’re looking to shake things up this Fall, here are a few cocktails to try:

Blood Orange Margarita

  • 1.5 oz. Casamigos Blanco Tequila OR Casamigos Reposado Tequila  

  • .75 oz. Fresh Blood Orange Juice  

  • .75 oz. Fresh Lime Juice  

  • .5 oz. Simple Syrup   

  • ½ Thick Rim Equal Parts Chili Salt/Sugar  

  • Garnish Blood Orange Wheel  

Wet ½ rim of glass with lime wheel or wedge and dip into salt mixture. Combine all ingredients into a tin shaker (and muddle serrano if using.) Add ice, shake vigorously and fine strain into a rimmed rocks glass. Add fresh ice and garnish.  

NOTE: To make spicy add 2 Dashes Scrappy’s Fire Tincture Bitters OR 2 Serrano Slices  

The Official Cocktail of Fighting Irish Fans: Fighting Irish Highball

  • 2 oz Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey

  • 2 oz Apple Juice

  • 2 oz Ginger Ale

  • 1 Lemon Wedge

  • 1 Apple Slice

Build all ingredients over ice in a highball glass. Stir and garnish with a lemon wedge and apple slice.

Sonrisa Espresso Martini

  •  1.5 oz Sonrisa Oro Especial
    1 oz Espresso Liqueur
    1 oz Cold Brew

In a shaking glass, add Sonrisa Oro Especial, espresso liqueur, and cold brew. Cover with ice and shake. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Optional: garnish with coffee beans.

Laelia Old Fashioned

  • 3 oz Laelia Reposado Tequila

  • ¼ oz Agave Nectar 

  • 1 Dash Angostura Bitters

In a mixing glass, lightly muddle the agave nectar, bitters, and orange peel. Add the tequila, then fill with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a glass. 

Whisk matcha powder with water using bamboo whisk until smooth. Mix Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc with sugar. Combine tea and wine mixture. Garnish with gold leaf.

New Earth

  • 2 parts Reyka Vodka

  • 3/4 part Small Hand Foods Pineapple Gum Syrup

  • 1 part Lime Juice

  • 5 Cilantro Sprigs

Shake and strain into a Montelobos Mezcal-rinsed coupe. Garnish with an orange peel and cilantro sprig.

Apple Bounce

  • 1 1/2 oz Ardbeg Wee Beatie

  • 1/2 oz lemon juice

  • 1/2 oz Carpano Antica

  • 1 oz apple syrup*

  • 3 oz pilsner (light draft beer)

Shake all ingredients except the pilsner in a iced filled shaker, fine strain into a highball, top with pilsner.

Pumpkin, Spice &Everything on Ice

Pumpkin Maple Coffee Syrup

Mix equal parts cold coffee, maple syrup and pumpkin purée.

Stir everything over ice, then double strain into a double rocks glass over 1 large ice cube. Garnish with a star anise pod.

Cocktail created by Tom Levron

  • 60ml Brugal 1888

  • 20ml Fresh Lime Juice

  • 10ml 1:1 Sugar Syrup

Add Brugal 1888, fresh lime juice and sugar syrup to cocktail shaker. Add ice & shake. Pour into a coupe glass and decorate with a lime twist

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251 East 51st Street, Unit 2M, listed on the market as a Compass "Coming Soon," is a recently renovated, perfect pied-a-terre (and ideal one bedroom for all the rest of us). What truly sets this pad apart from the rest is the dreamy outdoor terrace with endless possibilities and city views. Accessed by the living room and overlooked by the bedroom, this 24x12 outdoor space is an oasis in the center of the Midtown hustle and bustle.
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Cocktails To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2024

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St. Patrick's Day, a time for shamrocks, leprechauns, and all things emerald, isn't just about donning green attire – it's a perfect excuse to indulge in some spirited concoctions too! This joyous occasion, steeped in Irish culture and celebrated worldwide, invites you to blend tradition with creativity in your glass.

As you gear up for this festive day, why settle for just a pint of the usual green-dyed beer? Our guide is here to elevate your St. Patrick's Day experience with a twist of cocktail magic. From the classic Irish whiskey mixes to innovative green-tinted marvels, we promise a journey through delightful recipes that add an extra cheer to your celebrations.

So, whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a quiet evening, get ready to shake, stir, and toast with our collection of enchanting St. Patrick's Day cocktails.

The BEARFACE Old Fearless

  • 2 oz BEARFACE Triple Oak Whisky

  • 2 dashes of charred cedar bites

  • 1 bar spoon of maple syrup

  • Orange peel for the twist

Method: Stir all 3 ingredients in a mixing glass with ice, strain into a rocks glass over large ice cubes and garnish with an orange twist.

PATRÓN Silver Green Itza

  • 1.75 oz PATRÓN Silver

  • 1 oz Coulis of green tomato, apple and aloe vera

  • .75 oz Fresh kumquat juice

  • 1 Bar spoon Green Chartreuse 

  • + Smoked paprika, apple and tomatillo for garnish

Method: Shake hard with ice and strain into a margarita glass.

Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Coffee

Created by Clodagh Mai O’Callaghan, Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey East Coast Ambassador

Method: Place boiling water in an Irish coffee glass while you prep ingredients. Dump water and add 2 cubes of brown sugar to your glass. Add hot coffee and mix to dissolve sugar. Add Tullamore D.E.W. and stir, pouring the cream over the back of a bar spoon, and serve.

Garryana Kick by The Dead Rabbit

  • 1.5 parts Cacao Husk inf. METHOD AND MADNESS Garryana Oak 1 Dash Vango

  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Tonka 0.25 parts Cane syrup

  • 1 Teaspoon Giffard Cacao

  • .25 oz rum

  • 0.5 parts Scotch Whisky

Method: Stir, pour into a rocks (ice filled)

Garden of Legacy

  • 40ml The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old

  • 30ml  Pink Grapefruit juice

  • 10ml Sugar syrup

  • Pinch of sea salt

  • Top up with soda or tonic and garnish with a pink grapefruit wedge

Method: Combine all ingredients in a tall glass, and add ice. Top up with soda or tonic. Garnish with a pink grapefruit wedge.

Irish Manhattan

Method: Shake with ice & strain into cocktail glass. Garnish with cherry

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Our favorite listing this week is 508 West 24th Street, Unit 5th Floor, home to NBA Player Carmelo Anthony. The ten-time NBA All-Star, has listed his New York City condo. The home is the largest unit in the Cary Tamarkin designed building at 508 W 24th that overlooks the High Line and is walking distance from world-class shopping and prominent art galleries.
251 East 51st Street, Unit 2M, listed on the market as a Compass "Coming Soon," is a recently renovated, perfect pied-a-terre (and ideal one bedroom for all the rest of us). What truly sets this pad apart from the rest is the dreamy outdoor terrace with endless possibilities and city views. Accessed by the living room and overlooked by the bedroom, this 24x12 outdoor space is an oasis in the center of the Midtown hustle and bustle.
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DNA Development announced that closings have commenced at 350 West 71st Street, the successful Upper West Side luxury conversion that seamlessly combines two historic pre-war buildings into one stunning contemporary condominium with a classic façade. As construction nears completion, the seven-story building’s 38 elegant residences and bespoke amenities are coming to life, as DNA welcomes its first residents.
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Uncorking Thanksgiving: A Guide to the Perfect Wines for Your Feast

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As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, Thanksgiving ushers in a time of gratitude, family gatherings, and, of course, sumptuous feasts. Amidst the array of traditional dishes, from succulent turkey to savory stuffing, lies an opportunity to elevate your meal with the perfect selection of wines. This Thanksgiving, let's uncork the secrets to choosing wines that not only complement the diverse flavors on your table but also add an extra layer of warmth and celebration to your holiday festivities and. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a casual enthusiast, our guide will help you navigate the vineyards of choice to find those ideal bottles that will make your Thanksgiving dinner truly memorable.

Related: 3 Unique Thanksgiving Spots

See below wines to serve on Thanksgiving

Banfi Brunello di Montalcino is a culmination of over three decades of Castello Banfi ’s pioneering research on the clones of Sangiovese; with the goal of producing a more outstanding quality Brunello. Released in the 5th year after harvest, the wine is aged for a minimum of 4 years, including 2 years in oak barrels. This iconic wine has notes of ethereal violet, vanilla, and licorice on the nose, with a full, soft, and velvety palate with warm spice notes. 

The Etude Carneros Pinot Noir is a true reflection of the winery’s estate vineyard, Grace Benoist Ranch. A blend of the best grapes from individual vineyard parcels on the Ranch, this wine tells the story of a particular vintage from a unique place. 

 


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The San Felice Chianti Classico 2021, a luminous ruby red wine, is an ideal choice for your Thanksgiving table. With its scents of cherry, raspberry, and sweet violets, it offers a delightful sensory experience. The wine's dry palate, featuring subtle tannins and a fresh, crisp acidity, complements a wide range of Thanksgiving dishes, from antipasti to red meats. Its blend of 80% Sangiovese, 10% Colorino, and 10% Pugnitello creates a versatile and food-friendly profile, perfect for the diverse flavors of a Thanksgiving feast.

The San Felice vineyards, nestled in the rolling hills of the Castelnuovo Berardenga area of Chianti Classico, contribute to the wine's unique character. This wine, with its notes of cranberries, strawberries, orange peel, and a hint of mineral edge, balances firm but polished tannins and vibrant acidity, making it a superb addition to your holiday celebration.


2021 Kelli Ann Chardonnay

A Chardonnay as rich as this is friend and family approved. On the nose you will find delicate Pear, Meyer lemon, nectarine, and white oral notes complemented by hints of brioche. To taste, apple and white peach flavors are followed by a vibrant finish. If you plan to bring the Kelli Ann as a hostess gift, come with a baked brie in hand as this will be the perfect pairing of the evening. 

Affordable wines from Burgundy can be hard to find, but this offering from La Chablisienne makes the perfect gift for any price point. Fruity aromas of pear with hints of herbs and lemon give way to a palate that is fresh with balanced acidity. These elegant cuvées are characterized by their sense of purity and minerality, crafted by a grower owned cooperative that celebrated its 100-year anniversary this year.