You’ve got the holiday spread all setup, but now you need to figure out how to quench your thirst throughout it all.
Especially if you want to avoid that uncomfortable belly-full-of-water feeling after the meal, here are Popular Thanksgiving drinks that will help you get through Thanksgiving dinner without ruining your appetite!
1. Frosted Mistletoe Margarita
There’s nothing wrong with a classic margarita, but sometimes you need something more festive for the holidays. That’s why I’m recommending you try this delicious frosted mistletoe margarita.
It has just the right amount of sweetness and tequila that will make your Popular Thanksgiving drinks go down in history.
The Frosted Mistletoe Margarita is a twist on the classic margarita. It consists of a pinch of mixed peppermint extract, vodka, and cranberry juice. Add some ice, and you are set for your next dinner party.
2. Spicy Pomegranate Moscow Mule
Pomegranate Moscow Mules are a delicious popular Thanksgiving Drink. Here’s the recipe: Fill a copper mug with ice. Pour in 2 oz pomegranate juice, 1 oz ginger liqueur, and 2 oz vodka.
Stir together and top with seltzer water or ginger beer. Garnish with lemon peel and fresh pomegranate seeds. Serve over ice, and enjoy!
Pomegranate Moscow Mules are a great drink because they’re made of two ingredients you’ll likely already have. So it won’t take much effort to make them!
They also come in all different flavors: spicy, sweet, tart, etc., so you can find one that suits your tastes best!
3. Cinnamon Toddy
These popular Thanksgiving drinks are perfect for a cold evening, and they’re really easy to make. The ingredients are simple: boiling water, honey, cinnamon sticks, and apple cider.
Boil the water and add the honey, cinnamon stick, and apple cider. Let the mixture simmer until it’s done before pouring it into a mug or glass. Sprinkle some nutmeg on top for an extra punch of flavor!
4. Cranberry Thyme Spritz
The Cranberry Thyme Spritz is a refreshing, light, herbaceous drink that will get you through your dinner. It’s made with cranberry juice, thyme-infused vodka, and seltzer water.
5. Pomegranate Peach Punch
Pomegranate Peach Punch is a delicious way to break from wine this holiday season. It’s made with pomegranate juice, peach nectar, and lemon-lime soda.
6. Smoky Harvest Cider Margarita
Drinking is a popular way to get through family dinners and the holidays. This drink’s smoky, spicy flavor makes it perfect for popular Thanksgiving Drinks.
It’s also vegan, so everyone can enjoy it. To make this drink, you will need Apple cider vinegar, water, and honey. Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice and shake well.
Strain into an old-fashioned glass filled with crushed ice, squeeze lime juice over the top and garnish with a slice of lime or orange wheel.
7. Spiced Cranberry Punch
Many people associate cranberries with Thanksgiving, so it’s no surprise they’re among the most popular Thanksgiving drinks.
This spiced cranberry punch is especially easy to make. It has only a few ingredients and takes about five minutes to make.
It’s also a great drink for all those who can’t have alcohol for whatever reason – this version is non-alcoholic.
Other versions use apple juice or ginger ale instead of water, but plain old water should be fine.
Here’s what you need:
- Sugar (or honey)
- Water
- White corn syrup
- Ground cinnamon
- Lemon juice – 3 tablespoons lime juice
- Pineapple juice
- Cranberry cocktail
8. Vanilla Chai Old Fashioned
The Vanilla Chai Old Fashioned has become a popular Thanksgiving drink. It is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and it’s an easy recipe, too.
You need only a shot of bourbon, one teaspoon of vanilla extract, one teaspoon of ground chai spice, one tablespoon of honey, and two tablespoons of water or milk.
Mix all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice, pour into an old-fashioned glass, and garnish with fresh cinnamon sticks. Now, enjoy your popular Thanksgiving drinks.
9. Pomegranate Champagne Mule
You’ll be thankful for these popular Thanksgiving drinks that get you through your family dinner.
The best part? They’re all easy to make, so you won’t have to worry about making cocktails before the big day arrives.
This pomegranate champagne mule is one of our favorite popular Thanksgiving drinks because it has all the flavors of the season: cranberry, cinnamon, and ginger beer. Plus, it’s served in a mason jar, so it looks like an artsy craft project.
These ingredients are perfect if you’re looking for something that tastes like fall but doesn’t contain alcohol. If you want more alcohol in your drink and are willing to break away from traditional options, this bourbon hot toddy is great.
10. Thanksgiving Sangria
Start by washing and cutting up the fruit. Then, put the fruit in a pitcher, add sugar (to taste), and then cold water.
Stir everything together with a spoon. Put a few slices of orange on top for decoration. Now, pour it into glasses and enjoy!
You can also make a delicious pumpkin pie martini, which will get you through your meal without worrying about consuming too much food or drink.
This simple recipe involves vodka, whipped cream liqueur, and pumpkin puree. Mix all three ingredients in a shaker with ice; shake for five seconds before pouring ice cubes into your martini glass.
11. Spiced Cranberry Rosé Spritzers
It’s that time of year again: the leaves are changing, pumpkin spice season is in full swing, and we’re all gearing up for the holiday season. For many of us, that means gearing up for Thanksgiving dinner.
Between stuffing yourself with turkey, mashed potatoes, and pie with family, you may find yourself looking for a little liquid fuel. We’ve compiled a list of five drinks to get you through your meal
12. Cinnamon Bourbon Fizz
A cinnamon bourbon fizz is a perfect holiday drink. It’s a mixture of bourbon, fresh lemon juice, and honey.
The popular Thanksgiving Drinks have an orange hue and smell delicious. You’ll need these ingredients: honey, ground cinnamon, bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and ice cubes.
Mix all these ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds or until you hear that signature sound from shaking cocktail shakers (you know what I’m talking about).
After shaking your mixture well, pour it into your favorite glass without ice cubes. If desired, garnish with an orange slice.
13. Vanilla Espresso Martini
The Vanilla Espresso Martini is a popular Thanksgiving drink. It’s made with vanilla vodka, espresso coffee liqueur, sugar syrup, and cream.
All the ingredients are shaken together and then strained into a martini glass. For the garnish: whipped cream or coffee beans on top.
Suppose you can’t find these two specific ingredients. You can use any other type of cream that you have available as a topping, as well as white chocolate shavings or cocoa powder.
14. Cranberry Bourbon Sour
A Cranberry Bourbon Sour is a popular Thanksgiving Drink for dinner. It’s boozy, tart, and sweet.
The recipe couldn’t be easier: in a shaker, combine 2 ounces of bourbon, 1/2 ounce of fresh lemon juice, and 1 ounce of cranberry juice.
Add ice cubes and shake well. Then, strain it into a coupe glass or martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist or an orange slice, if desired.
15. Spiced Maple Bourbon Fizz
This is a great drink for anyone who prefers dark and spiced flavors. The pumpkin flavor makes the bourbon go down much smoother, and the apple cider vinegar helps with digestion.
16. Spicy Pomegranate Ginger Paloma
A delicious cocktail that’s perfect for your popular Thanksgiving Drinks! This drink is a spin on the traditional Paloma, but we use pomegranate instead of grapefruit juice.
The result is a sweet, spicy taste that will wake your senses. Muddle the lime in a glass with the bitters until you have about 5 pieces left in the bottom of the glass; add pomegranate and tequila, then fill with ice. Add grenadine if desired.
17. Spiced Honey Bourbon Old Fashioned
With Thanksgiving just approaching, it’s time to start thinking about what you’ll be drinking. The best part of Thanksgiving isn’t just the food but also the drinks.
Here are Popular Thanksgiving drinks that will help you get through a long day of eating and celebrating.
The Spiced Honey Bourbon Old Fashioned is perfect for those looking for a cocktail with a little more kick than a typical one. It consists of bourbon, honey syrup, cloves, and orange bitters.
An apple cider mimosa is always a good choice for breakfast on Thanksgiving morning or as an afternoon cocktail during football season. This drink is made from champagne, apple cider, and cranberry juice thrown in there too!
18. Ginger Apple Moscow Mule
The first drink on our list is a Moscow Mule. This drink, typically served in a copper mug, uses ginger beer, vodka, or gin.
It’s the perfect popular Thanksgiving Drink for someone looking for something light and refreshing. It’s also very easy to make. All you need is ginger beer, vodka, gin, and lime juice!
19. White Russian
The next drink on our list is a White Russian. If you’re looking for something sweet, this might be your drink! To make one, you’ll need cream of coconut, Kahlua coffee liqueur, and any white rum. Many people use this beverage as an after-dinner treat.
20. Spicy Bourbon Pumpkin Smash
The Spicy Bourbon Pumpkin Smash is a clever twist on the traditional pumpkin pie. The rye in this cocktail pairs well with the spice of ginger and cinnamon, while the bourbon balances out the sweet pumpkin flavor.
Did I mention that it’s served hot? That means you can sip on this drink while you wait for your oven to warm up!
21. Pumpkin Patch Margarita
A pumpkin patch margarita is a popular holiday option. It has 100% agave tequila, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spices, and cinnamon.
These popular Thanksgiving Drinks are perfect for those who want something that will take them from fall to winter. The spice of the pumpkin pie mix combined with the citrusy kick of agave tequila makes for a great combination.
22. Jalapeño Cranberry Margarita
The Jalapeño Cranberry Margarita is another great choice if you’re not into popular Thanksgiving drinks or looking for a more spicy option.
It’s made by combining fresh jalapeños, tequila, cranberry juice, and lime juice in a blender, then giving it a whirl until it’s smooth.
Try the Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate if you want something festive but still fairly simple.
23. Chai Espresso Martini
The last on our list of popular Thanksgiving drinks is Chai Espresso Martini. It is a drink with a delicate balance of spicy and sweet flavors.
The recipe for this drink is simple but requires some technique for the final steps. It’s worth the effort!
The martini can be made in a shaker or cocktail glass. Start by filling your shaker or cocktail glass with ice cubes and stirring them until they clink together.
Add 1 ounce each of chocolate liqueur and espresso coffee liqueur to your shaker or cocktail glass, then pour 1/2 ounce of Baileys Irish Cream over the top.
Add 2 ounces of heavy cream, followed by 2 ounces of Kahlua coffee liqueur, then add 3 teaspoons (or more) of sugar-free chai syrup.
