Now that the temperatures have finally begun to take a (slight) dip, we say it’s high time to break out the pumpkin beers—on draft with a sugar and cinnamon rim, if you’re really feeling festive—and snuggle up with a warm cider or boozy coffee. Locally, there are plenty of places to get your fix of fall beverages, whether you’re a pumpkin-spice fiend, a fan of porters and stouts, or a spicy cocktail enthusiast. From beer and wine to coffee and booze-free options, here are a few drinks to try at local bars, cafes, and breweries to get you in the mood for the season. One sip and you’ll be apple picking and leaf peeping before you know it.

BEER

Monument City Brewing Company: Lamp Lighter

This Highlandtown hangout is welcoming the chilly temperatures (whenever they arrive) with a new Imperial Porter. Featuring robust notes of chocolate, roasted coffee, and a hint of vanilla, the 9.2-percent ABV release is a dark brown in color and ideal for sweater weather. If porters aren’t your thing, Monument City’s golden copper Battle IPA with floral and piney hop notes is a great alternative.

Full Tilt Brewing: Patterson Pumpkin
If you haven’t had a chance to visit Full Tilt’s new taproom in Govans, stop by this month to sip the famous Patterson Pumpkin Imperial Ale—brewed for the first time since 2015—while playing all of the old-school arcade games. Not only is Full Tilt bringing the beloved brew back this year, but come Thanksgiving, the team plans to also release a special version aged in Baltimore Spirits Company Epoch rye barrels.

DuClaw Brewing: Mad Bishop Oktoberfest

We’d be remiss without mentioning this fall favorite. First brewed in 1996, the German-style Oktoberfest is almost as old as DuClaw Brewing itself. Still, it remains a classic with its copper color and toasted malt aroma. Clocking in at a 6-percent ABV, the beer combines Vienna and Munich malts creating the perfect blend of fall flavors.

CIDER

Old Westminster Winery: Happy Camper
After releasing a few experimental varieties throughout the years, the team at Old Westminster Winery decided that this season was officially the time to go all out with its first wild cider. At 6.3-percent ABV, Happy Camper is made from heirloom apples, fermented with wild yeast, aged in American oak casks, and canned for easy outdoor sipping. Pick up a four pack at select retailers beginning October 1, or plan a trip to the beautiful Carroll County winery to sample the cider while taking in all of the woodsy vibes.

Great Shoals Winery: Spiced Hard Apple Cider

The name hypes up the wine, but Great Shoals is also a mecca for award-winning hard ciders made from fruit grown on local farms like Walnut Springs in Elkton and Baugher’s Orchard in Westminster. Among the many enticing blends (think everything from cherry to crabapple) is the Spiced Hard Apple Cider—a dessert-style varietal mulled with cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and orange peel.

COCKTAILS

Annabel Lee Tavern: The Gold Bug

There’s truly no better way to welcome the spooky season than by pulling up a barstool at Canton’s own corner-bar tribute to Edgar Allan Poe. Named after one of Poe’s most beloved short stories, this warm concoction fuses Captain Morgan, Myers rum, butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, and cloved lemon. While you’re at it, be sure to also try the seasonal “Phantasmagria,” a signature apple sangria served in a stemless skeleton glass.

Nepenthe Brewing Co: The Bourbon Cleanse

Sure, Hampden’s Nepenthe Brewing Co. is a full-service brewery and taproom, but it also serves up some killer cocktails. This season’s lineup includes “The Bourbon Cleanse,” which mixes bourbon with cider, lemon, cayenne, and maple. That pretty much sounds like fall in a glass to us.

Sugarvale: Siete Besos

You can always count on this subterranean spot in Mt. Vernon to change its cocktail menu with the seasons. Retreat from the cold with the “Siete Besos,” which combines Hamilton 86, Kirk & Sweeney, and Pampero Aniversario rums with spicy benedictine and coffee liqueur.

Wet City: Birch Better Have My Money
It should come as no surprise that the creative team behind the bar at Wet City has an entire lineup ready to roll out as the temperatures drop. Among the offerings is this cleverly named cocktail that mixes birch sap-infused vodka with Wild Turkey rye, Contratto Fernet, and a Laphroaig and vanilla rinse. Patrons should also be on the lookout for new beer releases like the red wine barrel-aged Cab—a dark sour with cherries and black currants.

COFFEE

Order and Chaos Coffee: Salted Caramel Mocha

Baristas at this South Baltimore java joint are spotlighting caramel in this sweet-and-savory mocha that combines espresso, caramel syrup, steamed milk, and a salt garnish. Don’t miss other indulgent sips including a ginger spiced coffee and cinnamon bun cappuccino.

Higher Grounds Coffee Roasters: Pumpkin Chai Latte

Move over PSL. This Highlandtown go-to is creating its own iteration of the infamous drink with chai. The secret ingredient? The shop uses a flavored powder (rather than a syrup) to give off the spicy taste. Add a shot of espresso to make it a “dirty” version.

One-Do Coffee Roasters: Housemade Golden Milk
Curl up with a good book at this Canton shop known for its strong brews and picture-perfect latte art. There are plenty of cold-weather coffees to choose from, but the Golden Milk—made with a turmeric-forward spice blend—is a surefire bet to warm your soul on a dreary day.

MOCKTAILS

True Chesapeake Oyster Co: The Ark and Dove

At this oyster-centric restaurant in Hampden’s Whitehall Mill (opening October 8), lead bartender Ashley Mac is looking forward to offering booze-free options that go beyond the typical ginger beer or Shirley Temple. The “Ark and Dove,” named after the two ships that the Calverts came to the Eastern Shore on from England, will be one of the featured drinks on the opening menu. It combines bitter Giffard aperitif syrup with a vegan eggwhite substitute, rhubarb, and a housemade Asian pear and cardamom shrub.

Wild Kombucha: Blood Orange CBD

It only makes sense that the experimental brains behind Wild Kombucha would explore CBD next. This month, the forward-thinking brewery—which recently unveiled new digs in Northwest Baltimore—launches its new Blood Orange CBD variety combining the flavorless compound (known to ease anxiety and stress) with citrus and floral notes. Catch it in retail stores like Giant and Whole Foods starting October 1.

WINE & MEAD

Boordy Vineyards: South Mountain Red

While we love a good white or rosé any time of year, the colder temperatures make way for robust reds like this affordable bottle from Boordy’s Landmark series. Fruit-forward and medium-bodied, the South Mountain Red features notes of tart cherries, cedar, and rose petals.

Charm City Meadworks: Retire by the Fire

As you start to pencil in backyard bonfires this season, be sure to pick up a few cans of this rich blend from Charm City Meadworks in Mt. Vernon. Notes of cacao, vanilla bean, and warm clove make this the perfect drink for gathering around a warm flame.

Autumn means plaid shirts, trips to the pumpkin patch, falling temperatures, and colored foliage. But the best part of fall is definitely the food. And this year, Baltimore restaurants are going above and beyond pumpkin spice. From cozy casseroles and savory sweet potatoes to pumpkin pastries and roasted apples, these seasonal specials have us wishing it was October and November all year round.

Pumpkin Spice Latte-Inspired Pastries

Dooby’s: With blueberry-almond breads, pumpkin cream cheese muffins, and cranberry sage pop-tarts, Dooby’s’ new dishes incorporate some of our favorite fall flavors. The pastries are made in house every morning, so grab one while they’re hot (and before they’re gone.) 802 N. Charles St., 410-609-3162

Miss Shirley’s Cafe: Miss Shirley’s pumpkin-spice chocolate chip pancakes are one of a kind. They arrive garnished with cream cheese icing and spiced pumpkin seeds, and dusted with a cloud of powdered sugar for good measure. Various locations including 750 E. Pratt St., 410-528-5373

Stone Mill Bakery: This Green Spring Station bakery’s homemade goods and breads make it a local favorite, especially when the temperature starts to drop. This fall, check out the pumpkin cream cheese swirl bars for a sweet snack. 10751 Falls Rd., 410-821-1358

Iron Rooster: Southern classics meet fall-inspired flavors on Iron Rooster’s seasonal menu. Iron Rooster’s ooey-gooey pumpkin-filled ‘Roostarts’—aka homemade pop tarts—are the perfect snack for any fall-harvest fanatic. Various locations including 3721 Boston St., 410-762-2100

The Corner Pantry: The buckwheat pumpkin pancakes, topped with a hefty dollop of apple butter, at this Mt. Washington staple are the ultimate November brunch entree. Pair the tasty hotcakes with The Corner Pantry’s autumn sunrise juice, a mix of carrot, orange, and apple, for a truly satisfying spread. 6080 Falls Rd., 667-308-2331

Autumn Aperitifs

Johnny’s Restaurant: One sip of Johnny’s smoked fig Manhattan will make you say, “pumpkin-spice-who?” The drink is created with house-made brown sugar, fig, and black-tea syrup, and then garnished with a bacon-wrapped cherry. 4800 Roland Ave., 410-773-0777

Baby’s on Fire Cafe: For a morning pick-me-up, order a glass of this cafe’s house-made mulled apple cider. From vintage-loving hipsters to apple orchard admirers, everyone can find something they love at the Mt. Vernon hangout that offers bins of vinyl and fresh pastries. 1010 Morton St., 443-885-9892

Order & Chaos Coffee: If you can’t say sayonara to Pumpkin Spice Lattes just yet, try this cafe’s upgraded version. The next-level PSL includes touches of turmeric and pairs perfectly with a buttery cranberry scone. 1410 Key Highway, 410-244-1111

Comfort-Food Cravings

The Turn House: The Turn House takes fall flavor seriously. The apple and prosciutto toast includes apple butter, Honeycrisp apple slices, prosciutto, and Grafton cheddar. The dish pairs perfectly with a slice of the blueberry cornbread. 11130 Willow Bottom Dr., 410-740-2096

Water for Chocolate: This Fells Point eatery serves up options for savory snackers and sweet tooth nibblers alike. Try the sweet potato bread pudding with moonshine-crème anglaise or the sweet potato polenta. Warning: you might have to unbutton your jeans. 1841 E Lombard St., 410-891-2595

Birroteca: Birroteca’s fall menu marries the taste of Italian delicacies with the warmth of comfort food. The pumpkin gnocchi, topped with pancetta, caramelized onions, and duck liver fig sauce, will definitely satisfy those home-cooked hankerings. 1520 Clipper Rd., 443-708-1934

Atwater’s: Atwater’s is known to bring their A-game when it comes to seasonal treats. Both the apple-cranberry crisp and the Num Pang Salad, made with roasted cauliflower, peanut red cabbage slaw, and ginger eggplant, serve up some serious flavor. 2905 Whittington Ave., 410-644-3435

Sweater-Weather Sweets

The Charmery: Despite the dropping temperature, we can’t deny our excitement for The Charmery’s fall lineup. This year, the menu features flavors like spiced pumpkin, apple butter, butternut squash and cloves, and apple cider sorbet. Various locations including 1700 W 41st St., 443-759-4905

Gunther & Co.: This spice cake from Gunther & Co. practically screams Thanksgiving. Accompanied by pumpkin mousse, roasted butternut squash, cardamom creme anglaise, crispy sage, and maple ice cream, this decadent dessert is a must-order. 3650 Toone St., 443-869-6874

The Food Market: The loaded baked sweet potatoes at this Hampden hotspot arrive bursting with torched marshmallow, chipotle honey, pecans, bacon, and cinnamon sugar. And if you’re still itching for more, order the hand-whipped pumpkin cheesecake topped with cream, graham cracker crumble, and candy corn. Need we say more? 1017 W 36th St., 410-366-0606

Ground & Griddled: We are fall-ing in love with this cafe’s sweet potato casserole. The crispy crust is best served warm, and the inside is loaded with organic sweet potatoes, dusted with spices, and topped with brown sugar pecan butter. 301 W 29th St., 443-681-1901