Thanksgiving is all about good food, great company, and taking time to enjoy the people around the table. Whether you’re hosting a big family dinner, celebrating Friendsgiving, or bringing a bottle to someone else’s gathering, the right drinks can make the occasion even more festive.
From crisp wines and seasonal beers to cocktails filled with the flavors of fall, there are plenty of ways to bring a little Thanksgiving spirit to your glass.
Start the Celebration with Something Festive
Before dinner hits the table, welcome guests with something light and easy to enjoy. Sparkling wine is always a great choice for a holiday gathering, while seasonal cocktails featuring cranberry, apple, or warm spices can immediately set the mood.
For a simple fall cocktail, try combining apple cider with bourbon or spiced rum and finishing it with a cinnamon stick or apple slice. It’s an easy way to bring the flavors of the season into your Thanksgiving celebration.
Finding the Right Wine for Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving dinner brings a lot of different flavors to the table, which means you don’t necessarily need one perfect wine. Instead, look for versatile options that complement everything from turkey and stuffing to sweet potatoes and cranberry sauce.
Pinot Noir is a popular red choice because it’s generally light enough for turkey while still pairing nicely with savory side dishes. For white wine drinkers, Chardonnay, Riesling, or Sauvignon Blanc can all work well depending on the dishes you’re serving.
And don’t forget sparkling wine. Its versatility makes it a great option for appetizers, dinner, or even a Thanksgiving toast.
Bring on the Seasonal Beer
Fall beers are another easy addition to the Thanksgiving table. Amber ales, brown ales, Oktoberfest-style beers, and other seasonal selections can complement the rich, savory flavors of a traditional holiday meal.
Offering a few different styles also gives guests an opportunity to try something new without making your drink menu overly complicated.
Add the Flavors of Fall to Your Cocktail Menu
Apple, cranberry, cinnamon, maple, caramel, and pumpkin are all at home in a November cocktail. Bourbon and whiskey pair especially well with many of these flavors, making them great choices for Thanksgiving entertaining.
You don’t need a complicated cocktail menu, either. Choose one or two signature drinks that can be prepared ahead of time or made with just a few ingredients. That way, you can spend less time behind the bar and more time enjoying Thanksgiving with your guests.
Try a Pumpkin Pie Martini
Looking for a festive drink to serve after Thanksgiving dinner? A Pumpkin Pie Martini brings the flavors of a classic holiday dessert straight to your glass. Creamy, smooth, and filled with pumpkin and warm fall spices, this seasonal cocktail is a great choice for after dinner or alongside your favorite Thanksgiving desserts. For an extra touch, serve it in a martini glass with a graham cracker or cinnamon-sugar rim and finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice. It’s a fun way to enjoy the flavors of pumpkin pie while adding something a little different to your Thanksgiving celebration.
Stock Up Before Thanksgiving
Whether you need wine for dinner, beer for the game, spirits for holiday cocktails, or everything you need to make a Pumpkin Pie Martini, planning ahead can make Thanksgiving entertaining a lot easier. Stop by Tri-State Liquors in Claymont, Delaware to stock up for your celebration. With a wide selection, competitive prices, and tax-free shopping in Delaware, you can find something for everyone at your Thanksgiving table.
Conveniently located just off I-95, Tri-State Liquors makes holiday shopping even easier with online ordering and convenient in-store pickup. Simply browse and place your order online, then stop by the store to pick up your selections. Spend less time shopping and more time enjoying the holiday with family and friends!