The 5 Best Pumpkin Spice Cocktails in NYC

NFL branded caps, North Face jackets, Ugg boots, pumpkin spice. BASIC-ally, fall season is in the air. Why don’t we buzz it up a bit, literally. We’re talking mezcal, pumpkin butter, smoked salt, and more.

5 Pumpkin Spice Cocktails

“Pumpkin spice _____” is in full swing this time of year. Cue over-the-knee boots, apple-picking instas with BAE – it is the official start of fall.

Pumpkin Mezcal Margarita at JIMMY at the James

Who says rooftop season can’t continue into cuffing season? It can. And it happens 18-stories up at the JIMMY. A Johnny Swet creation, the year-round rooftop lounge offers swanky seasonal cocktails, breathtaking views and “conversation pit,” a freeform lounge space with plush upholstered seating and fireplace for intimate nights out.

• 1.5 oz Ilegal Mezcal
• .5 oz Lime Juice
• .5 oz Cinnamon Syrup
• 2 Bar-spoons of Pumpkin Butter
• Orange twist & salt, optional

212- 201-9118, jimmysoho.com

The Jack O’ Lantern at Upstairs at the Kimberly

Gone are the rooftops? Never. Enjoy the crisp fall air with a Jack O’Lantern delight curated by “flavor chemist” and master mixologist, Alex Ott.

• 1 oz Vodka
• 1 oz Vanilla Vodka
• 2 oz Apple Cider
• .25 oz Lemon juice
• Pinch of pumpkin spice

145 East 50th St, 212-888-1220, upstairsnyc.com

Spiced Pumpkin Frozen Horchata at Salvation Taco

To the newly (basic) college grads living in Murray Hill, we know you love the classic PSL, so why not take a power sip of this Spiced Pumpkin Frozen Horchata mixed and blended by Henry Avila. Check the vibrant rooftop – guaranteed a sick “holding drink up into the sunset” Snap for your followers. Be sure invite your best buds so they don’t suffer from FOMO.

• 2 oz Dark Rum
• 2 tbsp Pumpkin Puree*
• 4 oz Bottled Horchata
• Handful of ice
• Topped with freshly grated nutmeg

For the Pumpkin Puree*
2 tbsp Canned Pumpkin Puree
1/4 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1/4 tsp Dried, crushed Guajillo Chili, to taste
Splash of Coconut Milk

145 East 39th St, 212-865-5800, salvationtaco.com

Headless Horseman at Strip House

Pumpkin spice is to basic, as Strip House is to classic. Lets honor both as we fall into another season with the Headless Horseman.

• 1.5 oz Reposado Tequila
• .5 oz Pumpkin Spice Syrup
• 2 oz Apple Cider
• Presented with dehydrated apple slices

15 West 44th St, 212-336-5454, striphouse.com

Smoked Pumpkin at The Rickey at Dream Midtown

Beyond bae-sic here. Gentlemen, woo the ladies at this cozy, vintage-style lounge this fall. Between romantic dim lighting, plush velvet seating, and stylish seasonal cocktails – including the Smoked Pumpkin – you should expect a second date.

• 1 oz Ketel One Orange
• 1 oz Ilegal Mezcal
• .25 oz Lime juice
• 2 Bar-spoons of Pumpkin Butter
• 2 dashes Orange Bitters
• Long orange twist and sprinkle of flaked smoked salt to garnish

210 West 55th St, 646-756-2054, therickey.com