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‘Tis the season of pumpkin spice, apple picking and boos—and we aren’t just talking about the scary kind. *Insert wink emoji here.*
As the temperature and leaves begin to drop, keep your spirits up with these fall-inspired cocktails from our local bars and restaurants in and around Newport.
Find fall-flavored, spooky-themed, and spirit-free drinks below.
Make your way to Warren to the neighborhood-favorite restaurant, The Square Peg. Grab a seat at the bar and choose from a variety of fall-inspired cocktails, like a Pumpkin Mudslide, a cranberry mule, and an assortment of seasonal martinis.
The Square Peg
51 Miller St
Warren, RI
Make your way to Waterdog in Warren, grab a seat on the patio or find a cozy nook inside.
If you are craving a classic with a seasonal spin, order the Maple Walnut Old Fashioned, crafted with whiskey, stout maple simple syrup, black walnut bitters, served with a maple sugar rim.
Waterdog Kitchen + Bar
125 Water Street
Warren, RI
A cup of apple cider, crisp fall air, leaf peeping and ocean views for days—the perfect fall activity has been unlocked.
Spend your Saturdays and Sundays throughout the fall at The Chanler at Cliff Walk's new Apple Cider Bar. Visit the outdoor bar and enjoy three spiked apple cider options; Barrel Aged Cider Spritz (served chilled), Maple Harvest Toddy (served hot), and Johnny Appleseed (served hot).
Open Saturdays & Sunday (weather dependent) from 1:00pm - 4:00pm.
Note: Alcoholic beverages must remain on the property. Parking is complimentary.
The Chanler at Cliff Walk
117 Memorial Blvd.
Newport, RI
Who said that mudslides were just for warm summer days? Head to O’Brien’s Pub in Newport and grab a seat on the patio—pro tip: sit in front of a heater on those crisp fall nights. Order a Mudslide and ask your server for a cinnamon sugar rim at for a cozy, autumnal touch.
Long live O'Briens Pub patio season.
O’Brien’s Pub
501 Thames Street
Newport, RI
Looking for a seasonal cocktail on tap? We've got a place for you.
Head to Stingy Alley in Warren for a Autumn on Tap special, made with Tito's vodka, apple cider, fresh lemon, and a splash of cranberry. A must-try during this fall season.
Stingy Alley
489 Main Street
Warren, RI
Malt on Broadway is the spot for fall-flavored cocktails. Try the Pumpkin Martini, made with vanilla vodka, pumpkin liqueur, Irish cream liqueur.
Is bourbon more your thing? Opt for the Pumpkin Pie Old Fashioned, crafted with Bourbon, simple syrup, and pumpkin liqueur.
Malt on Broadway
150 Broadway
Newport, RI
Here are more seasonal sips fit for fall.
It's officially spooky season, and we are celebrating with more than horror movies (hint: Hocus Pocus 2), ghost tours, and haunted spot spooks.
Head to Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar for a horror-inspired cocktail named for its vibrant blood-red color and crisp flavors, the Let There Be Blood cocktail is served on the rocks, shaken with Tito's Vodka, Canton Ginger, lime juice and blood orange puree, topped with ginger beer.
It is truly fang-tastic (sorry we had to.)
Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar
37 Bowens Wharf
Newport, RI
Set back in Swineburne Row, adorned in fresh greens, and fall-inspired decor come October, you will find Stoneacre Garden. Take a seat on the covered courtyard, head up to the rooftop bar on those mild fall days, or share an intimate seat in the greenhouse on a cozy fall night.
Craving a devilish treat? Try their Dante's Inferno, available in large format for four or a single cocktail, for a drink with a kick, made with Chili Infused Tequila, Blood Orange, and Strawberry.
Insider's Tip: This devilish treat is also available at their sister restaurant, Stoneacre Brasserie.
Stoneacre Garden
151 Swinburne Row
Newport, RI
Located on Bowen’s Wharf in downtown Newport, this little Mexican paradise has tequila for days and a cocktail list a mile long. For a drink fit for fall, order the Black Widow—a tequila creation made with Pasote Blanco, raspberry liqueur, lime, hibiscus, blackberry, and mint topped with ginger beer.
Looking for something a little different? Try the The Salty Machete, available during brunch, made with an ice cold can of Tecate Cervez served with Cholula & salt rim, paired with a chilled shot of Espolon Tequila for a morning kick-start.
Poison Ivy — Ingredients: 2 oz vanilla vodka, 1 oz Sour Apple, .5 oz st George Spices, 1oz Green, Shimmer Simple Syrup, .5oz lime, Shaken, over crushed ice in Beaker
The Blood of Dracula — Ingredients: 2 oz Lunazul Tequila, 2 oz Pomegranate Juice, 1 oz Blood Orange Juice, 1 oz Lime Juice, 1.5 oz Hibiscus Simple Syrup, Shaken poured over rocks.
Ghost of Collin’s Past — Ingredients: 2 oz Grainger’s Vodka, 1 oz Shimmer Simple Syrup, .75 Lemon Juice, Soda Water, Garnished with Cotton Candy Web
Diego's Newport
11 Bowen's Wharf
Newport, RI
Located down the road in Middletown, Diego's Barrio Cantina, is a casual neighborhood restaurant preparing modern Mexican food, Diego's classics, and seasonal specials that will keep you coming back.
For a little supernatural, order a Magic House—this seasonal cocktail is made with Bully Boy Estate Gin, pamplemousse, lemon and passion fruit, shaken and served on the rocks.
Diego's Middletown
116 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI
Make your way to Broadway to the charming Bar 12. A place filled with cocktails and small bites, and some of the best vibes around.
If you are craving a classic, order the Death In The Afternoon, a drink make with La Fée Absinthe and Gooseneck Vineyards Prosecco. A bubbly good time.
More of a rum fan? Try the Corpse Reviver #1 made with Cognac, Calvados, Sweet Vermouth, and a orange peel.
Bar 12
12 Broadway
Newport, RI
You haven't lived until you order a Zombie from Caleb & Broad, we are dead serious (again — we had to). Made with Cruzan dark, Goslings dark, Amaretto, fresh lime juice, and pineapple juice.
Caleb & Broad
162 Broadway
Newport, RI
Looking for fall flavors without the booze? Bar 12 is serving up the Apple-ly Ever After mocktail, crafted to perfection with an apple cider reduction, ginger beer, orange, and cinnamon.
Bar 12
12 Broadway
Newport, RI
Make your way to Foglia in Bristol to sip on their seasonal mocktails, try a Sweater Weather, made with cranberry, orange, lime, a spice blend, topped with ginger ale.
Looking for something a little lighter? Order the Harvest Moon, crafted with fresh pear juice, lemon, spiced simple, and ginger beer.
Foglia
31 State Street
Bristol, RI
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Discover Newport is the non-profit organization dedicated to promoting of the City of Newport and its eight surrounding coastal communities. We speak in seasides and sunsets.