As the sun starts to betray us, leaving early darkness in its wake, we eschew refreshment for warmth. Clothing layers return, and with them, our glassware refracts the rich hues of a centuries old college campus.

Put in simpler terms, the changing season has given us a new excuse to drink (as if we really needed one), so we set out in the 5 o’clock dusk for fireside* cocktails to match our suede boots and myriad flannels. To guide you in your quest for seasonal sips, we checked out a few places in town where you can have fall in a glass, martini or otherwise.

*Ed. Note: Cocktails need not be consumed next to or near a fireplace, but it helps.

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