Cooler weather has arrived in McCall, which means Shore Lodge is unveiling its seasonal cocktail menu available starting October 8^th. Think maple, cranberry, apple cider, the renowned huckleberry, and inventive zero-proof creations. Whether you’re relaxing after a day outdoors, gathering with friends, or toasting the season, this menu offers plenty to choose from. And because a good drink deserves something to pair with it, October also brings National Pretzel Month and TNT night for tacos and tequila, followed by National Pumpkin Pie Month in November.

The classics have earned their place as the signature cocktails of Shore Lodge.

This timeless classic is good any day of the week and for all occasions. The Shore Fashioned blends Knob Creek Barrel Pick, Disaronno Amaretto, and black walnut bitters for a smooth, elevated twist on an old favorite. Stirred over a single rock, finished with an orange swath and a cherry, it’s familiar, polished, and made for slow sipping.

If Idaho had an official cocktail, huckleberries would undoubtedly take center stage. The Bar’s Huckletini mixes 44 North Huckleberry Vodka, Cointreau, lime juice, and huckleberry simple syrup for a bright, tart drink bursting with local flavor. Garnished with huckleberries and lime, it’s fruity, refreshing, and almost impossible not to order another round.

When the temperature drops, these are the drinks that provide the perfect warm-up.   

Cold outside? Perfect! The Maple Bourbon Hot Toddy is your fireside companion. Made with Knob Creek Smoked Maple Bourbon Whiskey, lemon juice, and maple syrup. It’s the cocktail that pairs just right with a comfortable chair, crackling fire, and nowhere else to be.

Call it dessert, call it après ski, we’ll call it both! The Moguls is the reward that hits differently after a day on the mountain. Rumple Minze, Dekuyper White Menthe, Mozart Chocolate Liqueur, and hot cocoa come together beneath whipped cream, crushed peppermint, and a chocolate stick, creating the ultimate dessert in a glass. It’s exactly what you want waiting for you after the last run of the day.

For the days when fall calls for something bubbly and worthy of a toast.

Spritz season doesn’t end when summer does. The Cranberry Hugo Spritz blends St. Germain, Elderflower, cranberry juice, club soda, and Zonin Prosecco for a cocktail that will make your eyes light up. Finished with cranberries and mint, it’s the perfect sip to take you from breezy fall afternoons right into the holiday season.

Bubbles make everything better. The B&B French 75 brings together B&B, demerara simple syrup, lemon juice, and prosecco for a smooth sparkling with the balance of sweet and citrus. Finished with a pour, it’s an easy excuse to make any occasion feel worth celebrating.

Summer can keep the beach; we’re taking the margarita. Our Apple Cider Margarita stirs in apple cider and cinnamon-honey syrup for a spiced drink that defines the season of fall in a glass. This cocktail is made with Piedra Azul Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice to keep it perfectly balanced

Skip the alcohol but have all the fun!

The Mockdras is refreshing and herbal, with orange, cranberry, and lemon juices delivering brightness. Rosemary simple syrup adds complexity, making this mocktail a spirited alternative.

The purple beauty pairs alcohol-free Empress Gin with lemonade and lavender honey syrup for a soft, fragrant sip that strikes the perfect balance of sweetness. Finished with lavender or edible flowers, it’s polished and ideal for lake view sipping.

The Virgin Margarita keeps the spirit of the classic alive, without the tequila. Lime juice, agave, orange juice, and bitters combine for a citrus-forward pour.

Huckleberry steals the show here. The Virgin Huckletini layers huckleberries, lime juice, simple syrup, orange bitters, and Angostura bitters into a fruit-forward cocktail with plenty of Idaho character.

Join us at The Bar, where there is just as much happening on the plate as there is in the glass. October celebrates National Pretzel Month with the Jumbo Pretzel, served with warm beer cheese, stone ground mustard, charcuterie, and tangy pickled giardiniera. The twisty classic snack is perfect for your new favorite cocktail at The Bar. In November, National Pumpkin Month brings a familiar favorite with pumpkin pie topped with chai-spiced chantilly, brûléed orange, and almond brittle. Whether you crave a salty snack or a sweet slice of pie with our new drink lineup, your cravings are officially covered.

Tuesdays will bring an extra kick to the week at The Bar starting October 13th for our TNT: Tacos & Tequilas night. Enjoy a selection of tacos from Carne Asada, Pork Carnitas, or Baja Fish Tacos, all served with pico de gallo, shredded cabbage, cilantro, lime wedges, and lime-garlic crema, every Tuesday from 5 – 10pm.

Then, every First Friday of the month, The Bar adds a little more to the mix, featuring a tasting experience paired with a live performance for a lively start to the weekend.

Check out our Events page to see what’s happening all season long, and don’t forget to join us daily from 3 – 6pm for Happy Hour and enjoy a variety of specialty cocktails, wines, beers, and many more, all at special prices. Our expert mixologists deliver a signature Shore Lodge experience that will have you thinking about your next visit with us.