Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude, good food, and festive drinks. Whether you're setting the table for a large gathering or hosting an intimate meal, this guide offers five seasonal cocktails and five perfect food pairings using standout bottles from Blackwell’s Wines & Spirits.
5 Thanksgiving Cocktail Recipes
1. Spiced Cider Punch
- 2 oz Jack Daniel’s Winter Jack Tennessee Cider
- 1 oz St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur
- Top with ginger beer
- Garnish: pear slice & cinnamon stick
This fizzy, spiced cocktail is a welcoming way to start the evening.
2. Smoky Spice Old Fashioned
- 2 oz Old Potrero 12 Year Old Christmas Spirit Whiskey
- 0.5 oz maple syrup
- 2 dashes bitters
- Orange twist garnish
Rich and aromatic—perfect with appetizers or a fireside sip.
3. Glenmorangie Manhattan
- 2 oz Glenmorangie "A Tale of Spice"
- 0.5 oz sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
A Scotch-forward twist on the classic, ideal for roasted dishes and game meats.
4. Autumn Heat Bloody Mary
- 2 oz Absolut Peppar Vodka
- Tomato juice or Bloody Mary mix
- Garnish: bacon, celery, chili salt rim
Wake up the next day with spice and savor—perfect for Friday brunch.
5. Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cream
- 1.5 oz Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey
- 1 oz Irish cream or cream liqueur
- Garnish: whipped cream and nutmeg
This dessert cocktail finishes your Thanksgiving feast on a warm and sweet note.
5 Thanksgiving Food & Drink Pairings
1. Roast Turkey & Glenmorangie “A Tale of Spice”
Glenmorangie A Tale of Spice enhances traditional roast turkey with its notes of cinnamon, clove, and baking spice. A great pairing for herb stuffing and cranberry sauce.
2. Sweet Potato Casserole & Old Potrero Whiskey
The rye-forward warmth of Old Potrero 12 Year cuts through the sweetness of marshmallow-topped yams with elegance.
3. Baked Ham & Ancho Reyes
Ancho Reyes offers chili warmth and complexity to complement brown sugar glazed ham. Serve neat or in a spicy cocktail.
4. Cheese Board & Sandeman 20 Year Tawny Port
From aged gouda to creamy brie, Sandeman 20 Year Tawny Port rounds out a cheese plate with caramel and nutty depth.
5. Pecan Pie & Smashing Pumpkins Bourbon
FEW x Smashing Pumpkins Bourbon brings holiday spice and bold bourbon warmth that pairs seamlessly with pecan pie or spiced cookies.
Bonus Sipper: After-Dinner Liqueur
St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur makes a wonderful chilled shot or addition to dessert. Light, fragrant, and perfect for guests who want “just one more sip.”
Final Pour
This Thanksgiving, let your spirits collection shine. From spicy vodka cocktails to dessert whiskeys and port pairings, Blackwell’s Wines & Spirits has everything you need to serve drinks that are as memorable as the food itself. Browse the full catalog and order early to ensure your favorites arrive before the big day.
