Between the turkey prep and checking off your grocery list fifty-leven times, it's too easy to forget about what to drink with your Thanksgiving meal. But I've got you covered with delicious ideas for drinks to serve on Thanksgiving, from a super simple batch punch to creative homemade cocktails!
Start scrolling for my most popular Thanksgiving drinks with traditional make-ahead options and fun twists to channel your inner holiday mixologist.
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1. Thanksgiving Apple Spice Punch
My apple spice punch is one of the easiest Thanksgiving punch recipes you can make--and it's fabulous if you're on a budget! Just combine apple and orange juices with ginger soda and whatever garnishes you like.
As a host, I love this non-alcoholic recipe because it's easy to just mix up and set out the pitcher for the whole family to enjoy. And anybody who wants a hard drink can just spike theirs!
2. Spiced Blood Orange Mocktails
If you're looking for yummy Thanksgiving specialty drink ideas, my Thanksgiving mocktails are beautifully crafted with flavors of the season that will complement your meal so nicely.
They're bright and not overly sweet, with fresh blood orange and pomegranate juice plus a dash of cinnamon syrup for warmth that ties everything together.
3. Sweet Potato Old Fashioneds
If you grew up in a sweet potato pie household, like I did, then a round of sweet potato old fashioned cocktails makes for extra special Thanksgiving Day-themed drinks!
There's real sweet potato syrup, bourbon, bitters, and orange essence, so it tastes smooth, strong, and slightly sweet. Top with torched marshmallow skewers, and you've got a proper dessert cocktail. 😉
4. Virgin Sangria
The beauty of this alcohol-free sangria recipe is that you won't need to make separate drinks for kids and adults. It has true sangria taste on its own, but little ones still love it (we've done taste tests to confirm).
And it's so easy for the grown folks to add rum, brandy, or another spirit to their own glasses. Win-win!
5. Hennessy Punch
My Hennessy punch is the best option to bring if your family likes to party!
It's portioned for a crowd, and even though the flavor is a lil' tropical for this time of year, I've never gotten a single complaint.
6. Apple Cider Gin & Tonics
Want boozy Thanksgiving dinner drinks that are light and refreshing but still festive? Add my apple cider gin & tonics to the list!
7. Thanksgiving Moscow Mules
Cranberry apple spice mules are the OGs of Thanksgiving cocktail recipes. Shake up cranberry sauce with vodka, apple cider, and a few other ingredients, then top up with ginger beer and BOOM, you won't even care about the shade your estranged aunt is throwing.
8. Warm Pear Cider
I think that a large batch of cozy spiced pear cider will make for the most underrated and unique drinks to have at Thanksgiving!
Skip the drink dispenser and serve as Thanksgiving crockpot drinks or let a big pot simmer on the lowest stovetop setting, so your friends and family can ladle up mugs of hot cider all evening.
9. Pomegranate Punch
This spiced pomegranate punch ain't your typical Thanksgiving juice drink. It's sparkling, tart, and sweet.
Finish each glass with freshly grated nutmeg and thank me later!
10. Blood Orange Martinis
The blood orange martini mixes seasonal blood orange juice with gin (or vodka, if you prefer) and orange liqueur for sophisticated holiday drinks you can make at home that are right on time but not too on the nose.
Even better, you can batch this Thanksgiving adult drink in mason jars and keep cold in the freezer door for your guests to self-serve and enjoy at the perfect temperature!
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I hope you and yours will enjoy a few of these Thanksgiving drink options soon and very soon. And sharing is caring, so be sure to pin this post for later and follow me over on Pinterest. Thanks for reading!
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