Wondering what fruits and vegetables are in season in November? You’re in the right place! In this seasonal produce guide, you’ll find a list of the best November produce along with my favorite seasonal cocktail and mocktail recipes.

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Best November Seasonal Produce (with Cocktails + Mocktails)

Using seasonal produce is one of my favorite ways to mix up fresh cocktails and mocktails, so I wanted to share what fruits and vegetables to keep an eye out for this November. Shopping for produce when it is in its peak season will ensure it has the best quality and taste and can even save you money!

Produce that is in peak season in November include apples, beets, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cranberries, grapefruit, kiwis, leafy greens, oranges, parsnips, pears, persimmons, pomegranate, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, and winter squash.

Best November Produce for Cocktails and Mocktails

cranberry fizz cocktail on wood tray, garnished with cranberries and thyme.

November seasonal produce is amazing for mixing up delicious fall cocktails. Seasonal favorites like apples and pumpkin are in peak season along with all the citrus!

Apples

Apples are in peak season in fall and early winter. Fresh apple cider is one of my favorite ways to incorporate apples into my drinks. Some of my current favorites are my Harvest Apple Cocktail, Apple Cider Margarita and Apple Chai Hot Toddy. You can check out more of my apple recipes here.

Beets

Beets are in peak season from mid-summer to late fall. They’re an unexpected but fun ingredient to use in cocktails and mocktails. Fresh beet juice adds beautiful color and an earthy flavor to cocktails like Drop the Beet and the Beet Ginger Margarita.

Cranberries

Cranberries are typically available in stores from October through December. You can make a cranberry syrup like I did in the Cranberry Olio Gin Sour or even use cranberry sauce like in my Cranberry Bramble Mocktail. You can check out more of my cranberry recipes here.

Grapefruit

Grapefruit is in peak season from November to early spring. Fresh squeezed grapefruit juice adds bitter citrus notes to beverages. Try it in the Ruby Wonderland or a hot cocktail like the Green Tea Sake Hot Toddy.

Kiwis

This tropical fruit may make you think summer, but kiwis are actually in peak season from late autumn to early spring. Try it muddled or pureed in cocktails and mocktails. I love it with mezcal in my Kiwi Be Friends? cocktail.

Oranges

Navel oranges, tangerines and clementines are in season fall to early winter. You may also start seeing blood oranges available. Fresh squeezed orange juice takes classics like a mimosa to the next level. You can even try fresh tangerine juice in any recipe that calls for orange juice for a fun twist. Fall favorites include the Orange Dream Tequila Cocktail and Tropical Tangerine Aperol Spritz.

Pears

Pears are in peak season from mid-summer to November. Enjoying a ripe pear in pear season is just so good. I also love mixing up drinks with fresh pear and pear juice. My current favorites are the Vanilla Pear Smash and Rosemary Pear Mocktail.

Persimmons

Persimmons are in peak season from November to early winter. They have a sweet flavor reminiscent of honey. Make sure to use ripe persimmons for your recipes. I’m loving them in my Spiced Persimmon Mocktail and Persimmon & Citrus Old Fashioned.

Pomegranate

Pomegranate is in peak season September to November and it’s such a great ingredient for fall and winter cocktails. It’s great in cocktails like the Spiced Pomegranate Rosé Spritzer and non-alcoholic drinks like my Ginger Pomegranate Mocktail.

Pumpkin

Pumpkins are generally available September to November and incorporating pumpkin into your recipes really means fall is here. Pumpkin puree and pumpkin butter are my favorite ways to incorporate pumpkin into my drinks. Try my Pumpkin Pie Whiskey Sour or Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini.

Other November Seasonal Produce to Enjoy

  • Broccoli: October to April is the best time to enjoy broccoli.
  • Brussel Sprouts: October through December is peak season for Brussel Sprouts.
  • Leafy Greens: Leafy greens like kale, lettuce, arugula and spinach are in peak season in spring and fall.
  • Parsnips and Turnips: Root vegetables like parsnips and turnips are in peak season from fall to early winter.
  • Sweet Potatoes: Sweet potatoes are in peak season in fall.
  • Winter Squash: The cool weather is the perfect time to enjoy winter squash butternut, acorn, delicata and spaghetti squash. They are in peak season early fall to mid-winter.

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