‘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-flavoredspooky-themed, and spirit-free drinks below. 

FALL-FLAVORED

The classics: pumpkin spice, apple, cinnamon, caramel, maple and anything else that is quintessentially fall.

Pumpkin Mudslide

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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.

WHERE TO SIP A PUMPKIN MUDSLIDE

The Square Peg
51 Miller St
Warren, RI

 
 

Maple Walnut Old Fashioned

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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. 

WHERE TO GET A MAPLE WALNUT OLD FASHIONED

Waterdog Kitchen + Bar
125 Water Street
Warren, RI

 
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Spiked Candied Apple Cider

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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.

WHERE TO ORDER AN ADULT APPLE CIDER

The Chanler at Cliff Walk
117 Memorial Blvd. 
Newport, RI

 

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Mudslide with Cinnamon Sugar Rim

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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. 

WHERE TO SIP A MUDSLIDE WITH A CINNAMON SUGAR RIM

O’Brien’s Pub
501 Thames Street
Newport, RI

 
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Autumn on Tap

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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. 

WHERE TO FIND AUTUMN ON TAP

Stingy Alley
489 Main Street
Warren, RI

 
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Pumpkin Martini

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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.

WHERE TO FIND THE PUMPKIN MARTINI & PUMPKIN PIE OLD FASHIONED

Malt on Broadway
150 Broadway
Newport, RI

 
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Pumpkin Martini

More Fall Drinks

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Here are more seasonal sips fit for fall.

Diego's Newport

  • Applejack Old Fashioned — Laird’s Applejack, Elijah Craig, Angostura Amaro, Maple, Orange Bitters.

 

Caleb & Broad

  • Pumpkin Chai Martini — Chai infused vanilla vodka, Kaluha, pumpkin cream, chocolate bitters, nutmeg.
  • Spiced Apple Old Fashion — Knob Creek Single Barrel, Muddled Apples, Bitters

 

Bar 12

  • That Smore Like It — Redemption Bourbon, Toasted Marshmallow Syrup, Chocolate Bitters, Chocolate & Graham Cracker Rim.

 

Brick Alley Pub

  • Hot Apple Toddy — A twist on the traditional hot toddy and made with Proper Twelve Apple Whiskey.

 

Crossroad Pub & Restaurant

  • Caramel Apple Martini — Smirnoff caramel vodka, sour apple schnapps and butterscotch schnapps.

 

Foglia

  • Pumpkin Espresso Martini — House made spiced pumpkin syrup, wild arbor clear cream, coconut milk, West Cork Irish whiskey, Espresso (Regular or Decaf)
  • Apple Cider Sangria — Wine, Cinnamon Apple Cider, Brandy, Prosecco
  • Cozy Fire — Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Cranberry & Orange Bitters, Ginger Ale

 

Nomi Park

  • Pumpkin Martini — Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, real pumpkin, cream and cinnamon
  • Fall Old Fashion — Knob Creek Bourbon, pumpkin puree, bitters, simple syrup, muddled cherry and an orange slice
  • Pain Killer — Zacapa 23 Year old Rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, coconut puree and nutmeg

SPOOKY THEMED

These spooky themed drinks contain more than just booze.

Let There Be Blood

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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.)

WHERE TO DRINK A LET THERE BE BLOOD

Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar
37 Bowens Wharf
Newport, RI

 
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Dante's Inferno

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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

WHERE TO GET THE DANTE'S INFERNO

Stoneacre Garden
151 Swinburne Row
Newport, RI

 

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Black Widow

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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. 

MORE SPOOKY DRINKS AT DIEGO'S

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

 

WHERE TO ORDER A BLACK WIDOW

Diego's Newport
11 Bowen's Wharf
Newport, RI

 

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Magic Hour

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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. 

WHERE TO SIP A MAGIC HOUR

Diego's Middletown
116 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI

 

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Death in the Afternoon

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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. 

WHERE TO GET A DEATH IN THE AFTERNOON

Bar 12
12 Broadway
Newport, RI

 

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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. 

WHERE TO ORDER A ZOMBIE

Caleb & Broad
162 Broadway
Newport, RI

 

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Spirit-Free Drinks

Zero-proof mocktails that will leave you feeling bright, without the spirits. 

Apple-ly Ever After

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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. 

WHERE TO DRINK THE APPLE-LY EVER AFTER

Bar 12
12 Broadway
Newport, RI

 
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Sweater Weather

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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. 

WHERE TO SIP A SWEATER WEATHER

Foglia
31 State Street
Bristol, RI

 
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