Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe People's KitchenFall Drinks Recipe

Fall Drinks Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Seasonal cocktails to warm you up.

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Ingredients

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For Spiced Apple Cider

For Pumpkin Spice Latte

Method

For Spiced Apple Cider

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and sliced orange.

  2. 2

    Sweeten

    Add the brown sugar to the mixture and stir well to combine.

  3. 3

    Heat

    Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes to infuse the flavors.

  4. 4

    Add Alcohol (Optional)

    If desired, add rum or bourbon to the cider, stir to mix, and heat for an additional 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Strain the cider into mugs, discarding the solids, and serve hot.

For Pumpkin Spice Latte

  1. 6

    Brew Coffee

    Brew 2 cups of your favorite coffee and set aside.

  2. 7

    Prepare Milk Mixture

    In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming, but do not boil.

  3. 8

    Mix in Pumpkin and Spices

    Whisk in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, vanilla extract, and sugar until fully combined and frothy.

  4. 9

    Combine Coffee and Milk Mixture

    Pour the brewed coffee into a large mug and then add the spiced milk mixture on top.

  5. 10

    Top with Whipped Cream (Optional)

    If desired, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice for garnish.

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