We hate to be the ones to break it to you, but all good things must come to an end, and that means summer too. Lucky for you, we’ve got plenty of cocktail ideas to make the end of summer sting a little less. Keep reading for four unique drinks to sip on all autumn.
Apple Cider Margarita
We’re starting off strong with a quintessential fall flavor. Whether you’re picking your own apples or heading to the farmer’s market (or the supermarket), save this recipe to pair with apple cider donuts. To make this one, follow our classic margarita recipe and add 2 ounces of apple cider and garnish with cinnamon sticks.
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces tequila
- 3 ounces Demitri’s Margarita Mix (Organic Traditional Margarita Mix or 38 Calorie Margarita Mix for a lighter option)
- ¼ to ½ ounce Cointreau
- 2 ounces fresh or store-bought apple cider
- Ice
- Cinnamon stick and apple slice to garnish
Directions: Mix tequila, Demitri’s Margarita Mix, Cointreau, apple cider, and ice. Give it a good shake in a cocktail shaker.
Scary Bloody Mary
Is it ever too early to get into the Halloween spirit? Warning: This one is not for people scared of some serious spice! Use our Chipotle Habanero seasoning for a frighteningly good Bloody Mary you can whip up in no time.
Ingredients:
- Lime wedge
- Demitri’s Bacon Rimshot Rim Salt
- 6-8 ounces tomato juice
- 1-2 teaspoons Demitri’s Chipotle Habanero Seasoning
- 1-2 ounces quality vodka
- Ice
Directions:
- Gently moisten the rim of a 12-16 ounce glass with the lime wedge, then press into a saucer of Demitri’s Bacon Rimshot.
- Combine Chipotle Habanero Seasoning with tomato juice, vodka, and ice. Top with ice and gently transfer between two glasses to combine.
- Pour the mixture into the glass and squeeze the lime wedge on top.
Green Goblin Bloody Mary
This one gets its ghoulish color from a blend of tomatillo and cucumber juice—perfect for getting into the spooky spirit!
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Lemon wedge or wheel
- Demitri’s Original Rimshot Rim Salt
- 2 ounces tomatillo juice, blended and strained (Tip: Check the international produce section of your local grocery store or hit up your local bodega)
- 1 ounce fresh cucumber juice, blended and strained
- 2 teaspoons Demitri’s Classic Bloody Mary Seasoning
- 2 ounces vodka or soda water/seltzer for a no-alcohol version
Directions:
- Fill a glass with freshly blended and strained juice, vodka or soda water, and Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasoning.
- Top with ice and gently transfer between two glasses to combine.
- Garnish with lemon and sprinkled Rimshot. Squeeze the lemon over the drink before your first sip!
Blood Orange Margarita
Besides looking cool, blood oranges are a bit sweeter than the classic navel variety. Squeeze one up once they’re in season for a great addition to your fall lineup.
Ingredients:
- Lime wedge
- Demitri’s Margarita Rimshot Rim Salt (the pomegranate, pineapple, and lime pair beautifully with the blood orange, and the touch of chili pepper makes it all pop!)
- 2 ounces tequila
- 3 ounces Demitri’s Margarita Mix (Organic Traditional Margarita Mix or 38 Calorie Margarita Mix for a lighter option)
- ¼ to ½ ounce Cointreau
- 2 ounces fresh blood orange juice + extra orange slices for garnish
- Ice
Directions: Gently moisten your glass with lime, then press into a saucer of Rimshot. Mix tequila, Demitri’s Margarita Mix, Cointreau, blood orange juice, and ice. Shake to combine and pour into glass, then add a few slices of orange.
We’re sad to say bye to summer, but these drinks have us almost ready to pull out our sweaters and officially declare it pumpkin season. Show us how you mix up these recipes on Instagram (@DemitrisBloodyMary) — tag us for the chance to be featured!
