Cape May is at its most enchanting when autumn rolls in. The ocean breeze cools, the leaves begin to turn, and the local drink scene comes alive with rich flavors and seasonal creativity. Cape May wineries and breweries are embracing the season with bold new releases—from pumpkin-spiced wine floats to spicy stouts and cozy cocktails. Fall in Cape May isn’t just something to see—it’s something to sip.
Willow Creek Winery: The Ultimate Fall Wine Float
Willow Creek Winery has taken cozy to a new level with a frozen wine treat that’s turning heads. Their signature fall creation blends vanilla soft serve with pumpkin and wine, then tops it off with your choice of house sangrias. It’s creamy, chilled, and perfectly layered with autumn flavor—a must-try for anyone craving a twist on tradition.
Cape May Brewing Co.: Coffee Stout with a Kick
The seasonal release from Cape May Brewing Co. brings serious warmth in a glass. Their Coffee Stout features seven different malts and is conditioned on locally roasted Chiapas coffee, with notes of cinnamon, guajillo peppers, and vanilla. This beer offers bold coffee flavor, a gentle spice kick, and smooth complexity—ideal for crisp nights and slow sips.
Elaine’s: Fall Cocktails Worth the Stop
Elaine’s has embraced the spirit of the season with a rotating menu of fall-inspired cocktails. Each drink is thoughtfully crafted to highlight the richness of autumn—from smoky to spiced to citrusy blends. Paired with the bar’s welcoming vibe and lively atmosphere, it’s a standout stop for anyone exploring Cape May’s seasonal scene.
Bees Knees Kitchen & Speakeasy Bar: Honey Fig Margarita
Tucked away with an old-school charm, Bees Knees Kitchen & Speakeasy Bar is shaking up something special: the Honey Fig Margarita. This drink pairs the mellow sweetness of honey with the deep, earthy notes of fig, offering a flavorful twist that feels fresh yet familiar. It’s a smooth, satisfying sip that fits right into the fall rotation.
A Stay at Southern Mansion
Our historic mansion, built circa 1860, is set on one-and-a-half acres of award-winning landscapes in Cape May’s historic district. Our 40,000-sq.ft. Italianate villa-style mansion stands out as an antique home, fitting in perfectly with the other colorful houses of Cape May!
Stay with us and book a cozy room and enjoy decadent furnishings, plush linens, towels, and antique finishings that set the Southern Mansion apart from any other bed and breakfast in the area. Book your stay with us today.
