Fall in Clarksville means crisp air, colorful leaves, and cozy vibes. From pumpkin patches and haunted houses to long walks and scenic drives, there are many ways to enjoy autumn. But in Clarksville, we have our own special way of celebrating: seasonal drinks.
Our local cafés, breweries, and wineries get into the spirit of the season with everything from pumpkin lattes and banana bread coffees to mulled wine and campfire cocktails. Whether you’re a traveler planning a leaf-peeping trip to Tennessee or a local in search of new flavors, here are 10 must-try drinks that capture fall in Clarksville.
5 Non-Alcoholic Fall Favorites
1. Cozy Sweater Latte – Plumb Line Coffee
It doesn’t get more fall than a pumpkin spice latte. But at Plumb Line Coffee, a cozy downtown café known for its craft coffee and house-made syrups, pumpkin spice just got an upgrade. Their pumpkin spice Cuban latte, made with bold, smooth in-house syrups, is truly one of a kind. Once you’ve tasted it, there’s no going back.
Pair your latte with a delicious pumpkin scone for a perfect fall treat. Or, if pumpkin isn’t your favorite, try the Toasted Molasses Latte instead. Whatever the season, Plumb Line Coffee serves a wide range of fun flavors.
2. Apple Butter Latte - Atlas Coffee & Co.
Apple is another iconic fall flavor, think apple cider donuts, apple crisp with whipped cream, or a ripe apple picked fresh off the tree. If you want that flavor in a cup, try Atlas Coffee & Co.’s Apple Butter Latte. Warm apple butter swirls with espresso and milk to create pure autumn comfort.
Woman-owned and locally loved, Atlas Coffee & Co. brews playful seasonal menus all year long. Just look at its irresistible fall lineup: Pumpkin Cold Brew, Pecan Pie Latte, Great Pumpkin Frappe, and Salted Caramel Latte. If that’s not enough to tempt you, the aroma of spiced apple permeating the air will.
3. Salted Maple Cinnamon Latte - The Amsterdam Local
Nothing says fall like cozying up on the couch with a blanket and a good book. The Amsterdam Local’s Salted Maple Cinnamon Latte recreates that feeling. Take a warm, perfectly balanced sip of maple and cinnamon, then try to tell us fall isn’t better in Clarksville.
If you’ve never been to The Amsterdam Local before, you’re in for a treat,in more ways than one. Housed in a renovated auto shop, the café also sells local bread, cheese, and milk, not to mention more delicious drinks like a Sweet Marshmallow Latte, Vanilla Fig Matcha, and Caramel Apple Chai.
4. Banana Bread Latte - Khairos Coffee Co.
If fall makes you think of cozy sweaters and banana bread, we have exactly the drink for you. Khairos Coffee Co. is beloved for its inventive seasonal menus that keep regulars coming back for more, and this latte takes the cake, or the banana bread. Blending banana and hazelnut with cold foam and a sprinkle of cinnamon powder, it delivers the flavor of delicious, fluffy banana bread with the warmth of a steaming latte.
Not a banana fan? Try the Caramel Candy Bar (mocha, caramel, cold foam, and caramel drizzle), the Scarecrow Latte (a sweet mix of butterscotch and brown sugar), the Meriweather Sweater Weather Latte (white mocha and pumpkin pie with caramel drizzle), or the Pumpkin Chai Latte. There’s a fall flavor for everyone.
5. Campfire Hot Chocolate - The Coffee House Clarksville
Sometimes, a classic hot chocolate is just what the doctor ordered. For an elevated hot chocolate experience, visit The Coffee House Clarksville: a beloved local café known for its creative seasonal menus and cozy flavors. To recreate that magical campfire feeling, The Coffee House Clarksville takes rich hot chocolate, tops it with toasted marshmallows, and throws in a dash of cayenne. The result? A smoky-sweet treat with a kick, designed to take you back to nostalgic evenings around the campfire.
Aside from hot chocolate, The Coffee House Clarksville serves up a range of comforting fall flavors, including the Haystack Latte (butterscotch and peanut butter), the Baby Deer Latte (brown sugar and maple), the Hello Pumpkin PSL Cubano, and the Blackberry Chai Pie.
5 Alcoholic Fall Favorites
1. Wicked Harvest Pumpkin Ale - Blackhorse Pub & Brewery
Clarksville’s original brewpub, Blackhorse Pub & Brewery, has been serving craft beers since 1992. This fall, kick off pumpkin season with their Wicked Harvest Pumpkin Ale. A smooth drink with subtle notes of spice, it’s the perfect combination of Oktoberfest and Halloween. While you’re in the neighborhood, try Blackhorse’s Bad Apple Cider and barrel-aged Warhorse Scottish Ale.
2. Mulled Wine - Beachaven Vineyards & Winery
Mulled wine is a seasonal tradition, and it doesn’t get better than at Beachaven Vineyards & Winery, where it’s served warm, fruity, and infused with spices. Perfect for sipping fireside, this velvety classic is the ultimate way to welcome sweater weather.
Family-owned since 1986, Beachaven Vineyards & Winery is home to award-winning wines and popular community events. With a wine flight, you can sample four three-ounce wines of your choice. To elevate your experience, upgrade with crackers, cheese, and meat, then head out to the picnic area.
3. Campfire Mule - Dock 17
Dock 17 is a riverfront restaurant and bar specializing in craft cocktails and local brews, and their latest invention is a campfire in a glass. A smoky mule topped with toasted marshmallows, the Campfire Mule is a unique brew sure to put you in the fall spirit. Upgrade to a fall mimosa flight and sample all of Dock 17’s seasonal offerings.
4. Spiked Pumpkin Spice Cocktail - Skyline 500 Bar
Spiced, spiked, and so good it’s spooky, this drink will have you wondering why pumpkin spice season can’t last all year. The Spiked Pumpkin Spice Cocktail is a creamy grown-up treat best enjoyed with panoramic views of Clarksville, which you’ll only find (along with the cocktail) at Skyline 500 Bar, a rooftop experience atop Shelby’s Trio. If you’re all pumpkined out, try the Blood Orange Apple Cider Margarita: a vibrant, citrusy twist on classic cider.
5. Cider Stash - Old Glory Distilling Co.
Cider is a quintessential fall drink, and at Old Glory Distilling Co., you can experience it like never before. This local distillery crafts small-batch whiskey, rum, and brandy using Tennessee grains, and its seasonal offerings shine in a flight, where you can sample different flavors. One standout is the Cider Stash: Jumper’s Stash White Rum mixed with apple cider and orange juice, finished with an orange slice and cinnamon stick. Is it better than classic apple cider? That may be a question of apples and oranges, but it’s definitely worth a sip.
