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utumn means shorter days, cooler temperatures,
and darker, spicier drinks. Barrel-aged brown
spirits, like cognac and whiskey, often form the
warming backbone of autumnal drinks, and accents
include maple syrup and plenty of baking spice,
whether in form of bitters or spiced liqueurs. Writer
Kara Newman asked three mixologists to show-
case the best of the seasonal market produce, from
just-picked apples and pears to the Thanksgiving-
staple pumpkin in a seasonally inspired cocktail.
Find recipes for these three fall aperitifs to inspire drink
menus at specialtyfood.com/onlinehighlights.
PHOTOS: MARK FERRI; FOOD STYLING: LESLIE ORLANDINI; PROPS STYLING: FRAN MATALON-DEGNI
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