Description
This festive pumpkin mocktail combines the warmth of spiced apple cider with creamy pumpkin and a touch of fizz, making it the perfect drink for Halloween parties or cozy fall evenings. Rich in seasonal flavors and easy to prepare, this drink captures the essence of autumn in every sip. Whether serving guests or enjoying a quiet night, this mocktail is sure to impress with its balanced sweetness and inviting aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup apple cider
- ½ lemon, juiced
- 1 orange, juiced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cloves
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- Sparkling water or ginger ale, to top off
- Cinnamon sticks and orange peel, for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine apple cider, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a saucepan and warm over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a pitcher, mix the warmed cider with pumpkin puree, citrus juices, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the mixture halfway.
- Top off each glass with sparkling water or ginger ale.
- Stir gently and garnish with cinnamon sticks and orange peel twists.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup.
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of coconut milk or oat milk.
- Serve immediately for the best fizz and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stove and mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg