Hand-crafted cocktails are a main focus of the West Town restaurant so it should come as no surprise that its “French Market” cider creation is a little different from the norm. The drink is inspired by chicory and features chicory-infused George Dickel 8 whisky and Bacardi 8 rum along with some Madeira and green chartreuse.

The Chicago Athletic Association Hotel’s rooftop spot offers a mulled cider on its menu for the holiday season. The version here blends cider with ancho chile, pecan, star anise, clove and cinnamon. The drink can also be made boozy with the addition of Ocho Reposado tequila.

The Bucktown cocktail lounge is getting in the holiday spirit with a hot spiced cider special. Enjoy a blend of Clyde May’s whiskey, Allspice Dram, rosemary syrup, cider and ango, garnished with torched rosemary.

When the temperatures dip, few things are more comforting than a hearty burger with hot apple cider. Luckily, you can get both at the popular Lakeview spot. The seasonal savory cider is spiked with Buffalo Trace and rosemary simple syrup for an easy yet delicious cocktail.

There’s no better nightcap after a cool autumn day than a glass of warm cider. At Vincent, late night happy hour starts at 10 p.m. and features hot cinnamon rum cider for $5.