Autumn Cocktails and Drafts to Compliment Your Love For Fall in Brooklyn Heights
The rich, savory flavors and textures of the autumn harvest are not just reserved for main dishes or desserts anymore. Bars, public houses, and pubs are taking advantage of fall produce, fragrant spices, and the delicate balance where rich caramels meet the warmth of cinnamon and the sweetness of pear meet the spice of nutmeg. Gathering together for an autumn cocktail is the perfect way to give thanks and relish in the next season to come.
Here are five Brooklyn Heights lounges you won't want to miss serving up seasonal cocktails and brews.
Vineapple Café, 71 Pineapple Street, Brooklyn
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Vineapple Café is an establishment of many offerings, and their hand-crafted cocktails are no different. Created and curated in-house, you can be sure that Vineapple’s unique cocktail menu is relevant with the changing seasons. And if that is not enough reason to try one of their doting concoctions, all of Vineapple Café’s mixed beverages are made with homemade syrups, artesian liquors, fresh herbs from their garden, and a whole lot of love.
For a taste of fall, try their Maple Woods cocktail. It encompasses bourbon, smoked maple syrup, black walnut bitters, and a toasted marshmallow and is sure to remind you of crisp nights around the campfire.
Henry Street Ale House, 62 Henry Street, Brooklyn
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Henry Street Ale House is a restaurant that prides itself on being a resting place for travelers, locals, and beer fanatics as they embark on exploring the neighborhood, no matter the season. With their menu featuring hearty and savory pub bites, their beer selection is just as warm and inviting.
For the thirsty traveler or the relaxed, nightcap drinker, pull up a stool and indulge in a harvest draft. Henry Street Ale House offers a variety of beers on tap, including Cold Brew Coffee Pumking, which features a lager highlighted by smooth cold brew coffee and pumpkin pie spice. And for a pumpkin kick, try Roadsmary’s Baby, a traditional pumpkin ale that has been aged in rum barrels, resulting in notes of pumpkin, spice, vanilla, oak, and a touch of rum. A grown-up pumpkin dream!
Clover Club, 210 Smith Street, Brooklyn
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Clover Club is your neighborhood downtown Brooklyn cocktail bar, and with that comes all the things that remind you of home. Doing without the frivolous bells and whistles, this premier establishment is cozy, quaint, and warm, and their hand-curated mixed drinks will leave you feeling the same.
If you crave mom’s autumn homecooked meals, then Clover Club’s evening cocktails will hit the spot. Try their Apple Turnover, which features a balance of scotch, calvados, apfelkorn, cinnamon, ginger, and lemon. And for a decadent, smoky treat, try their Log Cabin, which indulges in toasted hazelnut-infused bourbon, apple brandy, and maple. The only thing needed is a cozy, flannel blanket.
Congress, 208 Court Street, Brooklyn
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Much like the autumn season may usher in nostalgia from growing up, Congress Bar nourishes its own fond memories of Brooklyn history. Previously a produce market featuring a horse-drawn carriage, Congress relishes in its location’s vintage past with specially designed wallpaper while showcasing its original storefront sign.
While you drink in the rich history with your eyes, you can also enjoy a seasonal cocktail that may remind you of your own past. For a delicious autumn beverage, try a Rosemary’s Stepdaughter, complete with Barr Hill honey gin, rosemary, and lemon. And if the crisp breeze has left you chilled, warm up with a Spiked Hot Cider!
Henry Public, 329 Henry Street, Brooklyn
While you are reminiscing about Thanksgiving’s past, Henry Public, a tavern filled with history, won’t disappoint. Priding itself as being an old-time Brooklyn saloon, nostalgia is sure to be easy to find.
For a sweet hint of fall, try a Two Cents Fancy, highlighting harvest pear, champagne, and tarragon honey. And for those who enjoy a hearty draft, Founder’s Oatmeal Stout or old Speckled Hen Cream Ale is sure to hit the harvest spot.
Fall isn’t just the season of comforting, homecooked meals. It is the aroma and taste of fresh and savory-sweet ingredients that remind us of home. And these intentionally crafted beverages will do the same.
Brooklyn Heights is filled with scenic streets and pathways that will heighten your autumn senses this fall. If you are interested in making Brooklyn Heights your home, I would be happy to help.
