When fall arrives, I love switching out my fruity summer cocktails for something with a little more warmth — something that still sparkles but feels cozy. That’s exactly what these fall spritz drinks are all about.
They’re bubbly, refreshing, and infused with the flavors of the season — apple cider, maple, pear, and cinnamon. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, planning a harvest celebration, or just need a quick pick-me-up on a chilly afternoon, these fall spritz cocktails bring elegance and fun to every sip.
So grab your prosecco, grab your sweater, and let’s toast to autumn with these 10 delicious ideas.
1. Autumn Aperol Spritz
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Aperol
- 3 oz prosecco
- 1 oz apple cider
- Splash of club soda
Looks and Tastes:
Vibrant orange-gold, slightly sweet, and just a hint tart — like fall sunshine in a glass.
How to Make it:
Add Aperol and apple cider to a glass with ice, top with prosecco and soda. This autumn Aperol spritz is the perfect seasonal twist on a classic.
2. Apple Cider Aperol Spritz
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Aperol
- 2 oz apple cider
- 3 oz prosecco
- Cinnamon stick garnish
Looks and Tastes:
Amber-hued with bubbles and a sweet cinnamon aroma.
How to Make it:
Combine Aperol and cider over ice, top with prosecco, and stir. This apple cider Aperol spritz brings all the cozy fall feels.
3. Maple Pear Spritz
Ingredients:
- 1 oz pear juice
- ½ oz maple syrup
- 3 oz prosecco
- Splash of soda water
Looks and Tastes:
Soft golden tones and subtle sweetness with crisp pear sparkle.
How to Make it:
Mix pear juice and maple syrup, add prosecco and soda. Perfect for brunch or harvest gatherings.
4. Fall Aperol Spritz
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Aperol
- 2 oz blood orange juice
- 3 oz prosecco
Looks and Tastes:
Deep orange-red with a rich citrus note — looks stunning in a glass.
How to Make it:
Pour Aperol and juice over ice, top with prosecco, and give it a gentle stir. This fall Aperol spritz is bright yet cozy.
5. Pomegranate Rosemary Spritz
Ingredients:
- 2 oz pomegranate juice
- 3 oz prosecco
- ½ oz rosemary syrup
Looks and Tastes:
Ruby red, bubbly, and herbal — a beautiful fall prosecco drink.
How to Make it:
Combine all ingredients over ice, stir gently, and garnish with rosemary.
6. Fig and Thyme Spritzer
Ingredients:
- 1 oz fig syrup
- 3 oz white wine
- Club soda
Looks and Tastes:
Earthy, slightly sweet, and elegantly aromatic.
How to Make it:
Mix the syrup and wine, and top with soda. A refreshing fall spritzer cocktail that’s light and refined.
7. Spiced Cranberry Spritz
Ingredients:
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- ½ oz cinnamon syrup
- 3 oz prosecco
Looks and Tastes:
Burgundy-red and lightly spiced — festive and bright.
How to Make it:
Mix cranberry and cinnamon syrup, add prosecco, and serve over ice.
8. Pumpkin Spice Spritz
Ingredients:
- 1 oz pumpkin puree
- ½ oz vanilla syrup
- 3 oz prosecco
- Club soda
Looks and Tastes:
Golden-orange, creamy, and fizzy — a dessert cocktail for autumn lovers.
How to Make it:
Shake puree and syrup, pour into a glass, top with prosecco and soda.
9. Halloween Aperol Spritz
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Aperol
- 1 oz pomegranate juice
- 3 oz prosecco
- Gummy worm garnish (for fun!)
Looks and Tastes:
Deep orange-red with playful vibes — spooky, sweet, and party-ready.
How to Make it:
Mix Aperol and juice over ice, top with prosecco. Serve with Halloween flair for a fun harvest drink.
10. Autumn Spritz with Spiced Honey
Ingredients:
- 1 oz spiced honey syrup
- 3 oz prosecco
- Splash of soda water
Looks and Tastes:
Golden and aromatic — light bubbles with a cozy honey finish.
How to Make it:
Combine syrup, prosecco, and soda. It’s the perfect autumn spritz for quiet evenings.
Final Sip
See? Fall spritz drinks are proof that bubbly cocktails aren’t just for summer. From apple cider Aperol spritz to the fragrant autumn Aperol spritz, each spritz cocktail recipe brings a little sparkle to your sweater-weather days.
So this season, swap the pumpkin latte for a fall spritz that looks stunning and tastes even better. Cheers to autumn, one fizz at a time!
