Lesley Brey
Reporter
Between the elections, the pandemic, Thanksgiving and the threat of having to see our extended families again, we could all use a drink. Here is the best cocktail cure for whatever is giving you grief this month; it’s written in the stars!
Scorpio, October 23- November 22: Mulled Wine
Happy Birthday, Scorpio! Celebrate with a mature mulled wine, it perfectly fits your debonair style and personality.
⅓ Bottle of red wine
½ Orange sliced in rounds
2 Whole cloves
1 tsp. Cinnamon
1 oz Brandy
Honey to taste
Star anise for garnish
Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes and serve warm for best flavor.
Original Recipe: Lauren Miyashiro, Delish.com
Sagittarius, November 23- December 22: Maple Bourbon Old-Fashioned
A fresh seasonal twist on a classic drink is in your future Sagittarius. Sit back, kick your feet up and enjoy.
2 tsp. Maple Syrup
1 tsp. Water
1 dash Bitters
1 Orange peel or ½ tsp orange juice
2 oz Bourbon
Cherry for garnish
Stir over ice, topping with bourbon and cherry.
Original Recipe: Candace Braun Davison, Delish.com
Capricorn, December 23- January 22: Pumpkin Spice White Russians
You’re straight forward and no-nonsense, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a little flavor sometimes. The pumpkin spice really elevates this White Russian, but don’t worry, no one can see the difference.
2 oz Vodka
1 oz Kahlua
1 ½ oz Pumpkin spice creamer
Rim glass with graham cracker crumbs if you’re feeling fancy; serve over ice.
Original Recipe: Candace Braun Davison, Delish.com
Aquarius, January 23- February 22: Pear & Thyme Fizz
Just like you, Aquarius, this drink is innovative and fresh. It takes a little waiting, but all the good things in life do.
5 ½ oz Apple Juice
⅓ Bottle of Champagne, preferably pear flavored
2 oz Orange flavored Liqueur
4 sprigs of Thyme
Thinly sliced pear for garnish
Stir together everything but the champagne, then refrigerate for 2-4 hours. Add champagne and discard thyme before serving.
Original Recipe: Camille Styles, Camillestyles.com
Pisces, February 23- March 22: Caramel Apple Martini
This simple martini will be the perfect aesthetic addition to your Instagram feed, signaling to the world that you are in the full fall spirit. It also tastes good, but that’s just a side benefit really.
2 oz Apple cider
2 oz Caramel vodka
1 oz Butterscotch schnapps
Apple slice for garnish
Best shaken, rim glass with brown sugar for full effect.
Original Recipe: Michael Wurm, Inspiredbycharm.com
Aries, March 23- April 22: Drunken Pumpkin Latte
Bold Aries, what could be a better combination for you than coffee and alcohol? That’s right, there isn’t anything better! Enjoy responsibly.
1 ½ cup Boiling water
2 tbsp espresso powder
2 tbsp Sugar
1 tsp Pumpkin spice
5 oz Rumchata
3 oz Pumpkin pie vodka
Whip cream for garnish
Stir together, rim glass with more sugar and pumpkin spice.
Original Recipe: Laura Rege, Delish.com
Taurus, April 23- May 22: Cranberry Mule
Taurus, you appreciate the finer things in life. This mule makes it easy with all the trappings of sophistication and none of the hassle.
2 oz Cranberry juice
2 oz Vodka
2 oz Lime Juice
3 oz Ginger beer
A handful of fresh or frozen cranberries for garnish
Combine over ice.
Original Recipe: Candace Braun Davison, Delish.com
Gemini, May 23- June 22: Apple Pie on the Rocks
It’s a pie; it’s a beverage; it’s perfect for you, double natured Gemini. Have your cake and drink it too.
2 oz Caramel vodka
2 oz Cinnamon whiskey
1 oz Vanilla citrus liqueur
8 oz Apple cider
Cinnamon stick to garnish
Stir together, rim with brown sugar if you’re in the mood to.
Original Recipe: Chelsea, Galonamission.com
Cancer, June 23- July 22: Cranberry Mimosa
This bubbly beverage is perfect for you, sentimental Cancer. It’s simple, sweet and seasonal.
4 oz Sweetened Cranberry Juice
½ bottle champagne
Fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs for garnish
Mix cranberry juice and champagne at a one-one ratio. Skewer cranberries with a toothpick then thread with rosemary sprig.
Original Recipe: Lindsay Funston, Delish.com
Leo, July 23- August 22: Bourbon Apple Cider
Nothing is more quintessentially fall than apple cider, so what better way to enjoy it than boozy? Get as fancy as you dare!
4 oz Apple cider
2 oz Bourbon
Orange slice and rosemary sprig for garnish
Best shaken, rim glass with sugar and cinnamon
Original Recipe: Rachael White, Setthetableblog.com
Virgo, August 23- September 22: Spiced Pear Gin Cocktail
This is a classy drink for a classy person. Virgo, this is quite literally the prettiest drink on this list.
3 oz Gin
2 oz Pear Juice
1 ½ oz Spiced pear liqueur
1 oz Lemon Juice
Bitters to taste
Pear slices and thyme to garnish
Best shaken with ice, then strained over ice. Top with pear and thyme
Original Recipe: Michael Wurm, Inspiredbycharm.com
Libra, September 23- October 22: Mudslide
Sad that you’re another year older? Nothing like a delicious mudslide to make you feel like a grown-up little kid, or at the very least, tipsy.
4 oz Vodka
2 oz Kahlua
2 oz Bailey’s
2 oz Heavy cream
Best shaken with ice. Strain into chocolate swirled glass.
Original Recipe: Makinze Gore, Delish.com
