• Sweater Weather Sips

    Cocktails that Capture the Flavors of Fall

The aspens have turned yellow and dropped their leaves, the days are getting shorter and crisper, and the peaks are lightly dusted with snow; autumn is here! What better way to enjoy the season than by sipping on a craft cocktail that highlights the flavors of fall? In this guide, we’ll explore some of the best cocktails, and beers that Breckenridge has to offer this autumn. We’ve put together a great list of fall-inspired drinks to help you celebrate the sweater weather season.

  • Briar Rose

    Smoked Old-Fashioned

    Savor the flavors of fall at Briar Rose with their upscale take on the classic Old-Fashioned, featuring Distillery 291 Small Batch Rye, Black Walnut Bitters, Maple Syrup, and a torched oak finish.

    • Price: $26
    • Location: 109 Lincoln Avenue
    • Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.  |  Friday – Saturday, 4 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

  • The Crown

    Warm Apple Pie

    Enjoy the comforting taste of The Crown’s Warm Apple Pie cocktail. This drink combines Fireball whiskey, vanilla vodka, and apple cider, topped with a dollop of whipped cream.

    • Price: $11
    • Location: 215 S. Main Street
    • Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.  |  Friday & Saturday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

  • Breckenridge Distillery

    Rogue Planet

    They are known for their handcrafted spirit cocktails at Breckenridge Distillery. The Rogue Planet offers a tasty option, featuring a blend of Brown Butter Washed Breckenridge Bourbon, Tart Cherry, All Spice, Fig, and Lemon. You can also visit their Cocktail Lab for some fall-inspired cocktail recipes you can make at home!

    • Price: $16
    • Location: 1925 Airport Road
    • Hours: Daily, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

  • Robbie’s Tavern

    Hot Apple Pie

    Enjoy the classic fall cocktail, Hot Apple Pie, at Robbie’s Tavern, especially by the slopeside fireplace – a blend of Tuaca and cider topped with whipped cream and a touch of cinnamon.

    • Price: $16
    • Location: 1627 Ski Hill Road
    • Hours: Daily, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

  • Breckenridge Brewery

    Autumn Ale

    Breckenridge Brewery has a few fall brews on the menu, but our favorite is the Autumn Ale. This seasonal favorite combines the maltiness of a German lager with the crispness of an American ale. Breck Brewery calls it a pre-winter winner- and we agree!

    • Price: $7
    • Location: 600 S. Main Street
    • Hours: Sunday – Friday, 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.  |  Saturday, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

  • Gold Pan Saloon

    Cider-Mosa & Cranberry Mule

    Main Street’s historic Gold Pan Saloon has a few fall-inspired cocktails on the men! Savor their Cider-Mosa, a refreshing blend of crisp Ten Mile cider with a hint of orange juice. The Cranberry Mule combines Breckenridge vodka, ginger beer, and a splash of cranberry juice and lime.

    • Price: $9-$13
    • Location: 103 N. Main Street
    • Hours: Monday – Thursday, 11 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.  |  Friday, 11 a.m. – 2 a.m.  |  Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 a.m.  |  Sunday, 10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.

  • Twist

    Cinnamon Between the Sheets

    Enjoy the flavors of fall with this unique blend of flavors—Breckenridge Spiced rum, Hennessy, Cointreau, fresh-squeezed lemon, cinnamon simple syrup, and cinnamon foam.

    • Price: $16
    • Location: 200 South Ridge Street
    • Hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 4 p.m. to close.

  • Radicato

    Orchard Dewller

    Enjoy an Orchard Dweller at Radicato, featuring vodka, apple, pear, almond and cider: Radicato, an upscale restaurant with a family twist. Enjoy a family-style Italian dinner with something for everyone to enjoy.

    • Price: $17
    • Location: 137 S. Main Street
    • Hours: Daily, 4 p.m. – close

  • Motherloaded Tavern

    Hotter Toddy & Good Squeeze

    Motherloaded Tavern adds a touch of autumn magic to the timeless cold-weather classic with their Hotter Toddy- honey-habanero bourbon, honey, lemon, and hot water. Another seasonal option is the Good Squeeze- peach bourbon, honey, and hot apple cider!

    • Price: $11
    • Location: 103 S. Main Street
    • Hours: Daily, 11:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.

  • Rootstalk

    Fall Guy

    Bursting with bold flavor, the Fall Guy is a creative blend of potent ingredients – Bourbon and Apple Brandy are juxtaposed by cinnamon-brown sugar, cranberry, and orang bitters. A favorite location among locals, Rootstalk is a semi upscale establishment with a “down to earth” feel. The menu is a carefully, lovingly curated culinary exploration. And this cocktail is no exception.

  • The Canteen

    The Heartwarmer

    Known for having the best of Colorado’s craft beer scene on tap, the Canteen encompasses the spirit of Breckenridge local culture. The venue serves as a meeting place where friends and strangers can mingle in an atmosphere designed for comfort, adventure, and fun! The Heartwarmer perfectly compliments this vibe as a tart twist on traditional mulled wine with the addition of cranberry and lemon.

    • Price: $16
    • Location: 208 N. Main St.
    • Hours: Monday, Thursday & Friday, 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.  |  Saturday & Sunday, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.  |  Closed Tuesday & Wednesday

  • The Carlin

    Autumn Sangria

    The Carlin, a fine dining seafood restaurant located towards the North end of Main Street, has a tasty fall-inspired sangria on their menu this fall! The Fall Sangria includes a blend of Garnache, brandy, cinnamon, and apple.

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